Increased PPA and REC Costs, Supply Chain Could Slow Renewable Energy Momentum
Renewable energy is highly sought out and PPAs are at record highs, but costs and outside factors could slow the trend.
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GM, GE Renewable Energy Partner on Rare Earth Materials Supply Chain
GM and GE are teaming to source rare earth materials like magnets to produce electric vehicles and renewable energy products.
GE Advances Wind Turbine Blade Recycling With European Partnerships
GE Renewable Energy is collaborating with European partners neowa and LafargeHolcim to advance wind turbine recycling and reuse as part of broader efforts to contribute to the European Commission’s (EC) circular economy action plan. As governments and corporations aim to achieve their net zero targets, wind turbines are expected to ... Read more »
Power Transformers to Reinforce the Advancement of T&D Networks
The production of power transformer equipment has gathered robust pace in recent years. Incessant demand for reliable power supply is a known factor worldwide, driving consistent investments in upgrading grid infrastructure. The gross electricity consumption across the globe is set to register an annual rise of nearly 2%, and renewable energy generation can be expected to form a notable part
Schnitzer Steel Agrees to $4.1 Million in Settlement over Violation of Environmental Laws
Metals recycling company Schnitzer Steel in West Oakland, California, will pay more than $4 million in a settlement over allegations that the its metal shredding facility violated the state’s environmental laws. The company will also install an air filtration system, at a cost of nearly $1.9 million.
EPA and OSHA Improve System for Review of New Chemicals
The EPA and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) have announced an agreement that advances collaboration and communication on the EPA’s review of new chemicals under the Toxic Substances Control Act. This memorandum of understanding provides a framework for coordination and communication between the two agencies regarding exposure to new chemicals in the workplace.
Intel Delves into African Mineral Supply Chain for Responsible Sourcing
Intel says that a fact-finding trip to Rwanda is helping the semiconductor company understand their complex mineral supply chain, and go beyond addressing conflict minerals to achieving responsible sourcing.
International Report: Global E-Waste Generation Hits Record High
The Global E-waste Monitor 2020, a new report produced in collaboration with the UN Environment Program (UNEP), found that a record 53.6 million metric tons of electronic waste was generated last year. Raw materials contained in that waste had approximately $57 billion in value.
Enormous Russian Power Plant Oil Spill Heads for the Arctic Ocean
A collapsed fuel storage tank at Russian metal mining and smelting company Norilsk Nickel’s power plant is leaking oil in the Arctic north. The enormous spill has already traveled 12 miles and could reach the Arctic Ocean.
Zions Bancorporation Plans Tech Campus on Former Superfund Site
Zions Bancorporation plans to build a 400,000-square-foot technology campus in Midvale, Utah, on a former EPA Superfund site. The bank said it aims to achieve LEED Platinum certification for the sustainable building project.
Antofagasta Signs Renewable PPA for Copper Mine Operations
International mining company Antofagasta signed a new power purchase agreement this week to bring 100% renewable energy to its Centinela copper mine in Chile.
Large Earthquake Knocks Out Power for Thousands of Utah Customers
A 5.7-magnitude earthquake struck the Salt Lake City area in Utah on Wednesday morning, causing more than 70,000 utility customers to lose power.