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The Future of Power Generation A New Era for Renewables
The CSIS Energy & National Security Program is pleased to invite you to a discussion on the outlook for the electric power sector and the future role of renewables. The U.S. electric power sector is in the midst of a transition. The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) and Bloomberg New Energy Finance (BNEF) both produce annual outlooks that assess long-term trends in renewable energy, which help understand the changes to this sector. Doug Arent and Wesley Cole will outline the scenarios developed by NREL. Ethan Zindler will summarize the key findings of the BNEF study published earlier this year. The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) tracks potential market trends to inform the electric sector analysis in the United States. With this data, NREL analyzes the current and future technology costs and performance for renewable and conventional electricity generation technologies. This includes market projections with a dozen possible scenarios created with NREL’s Regional Energy Deployment Systems (ReEDS) model. Bloomberg New Energy Finance annually publishes a long-term view on the projected evolution of the world’s power markets. New Energy Outlook uniquely assesses segments of the electricity system that are driving rapid market changes, grid system developments, and dynamic business models. The comprehensive assessment includes the costs of wind and solar technology, battery storage, electricity demand, and consumer dynamics.
  • published: 21 Dec 2016
  • views: 2711
Which Power Source Is Most Efficient?
Australian researchers just unveiled the most efficient solar panels ever. How efficient are they, and what is the most efficient source of energy? Get 15% off http://www.domain.com's s domain names and web hosting when you use coupon code DNEWS at checkout! Read More: In world first -- UNSW researchers convert sunlight to electricity with over 40 percent efficiency http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2014-12/uons-iwf120514.php "UNSW Australia's solar researchers have converted over 40% of the sunlight hitting a solar system into electricity, the highest efficiency ever reported." New world record for solar cell efficiency at 46% French-German cooperation confirms competitive advantages of European photovoltaic industry http://www.ise.fraunhofer.de/en/press-and-media/press-releases/press-releases-2014/new-world-record-for-solar-cell-efficiency-at-46-percent "A new world record for the direct conversion of sunlight into electricity has been established." Australia develops world's most efficient solar panels http://rt.com/business/212383-australia-record-solar-energy/ "?Australian researchers have developed a new method of using commercial solar panels that converts more electricity from sunlight than ever before." What is the efficiency of different types of power plants? http://www.eia.gov/tools/faqs/faq.cfm?id=107&t=3 "One measure of the efficiency of a power plant that converts a fuel into heat and into electricity is the heat rate." Improving Efficiencies http://www.worldcoal.org/coal-the-environment/coal-use-the-environment/improving-efficiencies/ "Improving efficiency levels increases the amount of energy that can be extracted from a single unit of coal." The Most Common Electricity Sources in the U.S. http://pureenergies.com/us/blog/the-most-common-electricity-sources-in-the-u-s/ "Though renewable energy is growing fast, the U.S. still gets the vast majority of its power from conventional power plants." Increasing the Efficiency of Existing Coal-Fired Power Plants http://www.fas.org/sgp/crs/misc/R43343.pdf "Coal has long been the major fossil fuel used to produce electricity." Coal Will Survive as Efficient Power Plants Boost Demand http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2014-06-02/coal-seen-surving-as-efficient-power-plants-boost-demand.html "President Barack Obama's plan to reduce greenhouse-gas emissions left coal with a future even as the industry accuses him of trying to make the fuel obsolete." How Do Wind Turbines Work? http://energy.gov/eere/wind/how-do-wind-turbines-work "So how do wind turbines make electricity?" Screwy-looking wind turbine makes little noise and a big claim http://www.gizmag.com/the-archimedes-liam-f1-urban-wind-turbine/32263/ "Although it's getting increasingly common to see solar panels on the roofs of homes, household wind turbines are still a fairly rare sight." Betz's law http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Betz%27s_law Wind Energy More Energy Efficient than Fossil Fuels http://cleantechnica.com/2012/07/18/wind-energy-energy-efficient-fossil-fuels-uk/ "Here's something that may surprise you. Wind energy is more efficient than carbon-based fuels." Wind Energy's Shadow: Turbines Drag Down Power Potential http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/energy/2013/05/130516-wind-energy-shadow-effect/ "As seemingly limitless as the air that swirls around us, wind has proven to be the world's fastest-growing source of renewable energy." Advanced Nuclear Power Reactors http://www.world-nuclear.org/info/Nuclear-Fuel-Cycle/Power-Reactors/Advanced-Nuclear-Power-Reactors/ "The nuclear power industry has been developing and improving reactor technology for more than five decades and is starting to build the next generation of nuclear power reactors to fill new orders." Hydroelectric Power http://www.mpoweruk.com/hydro_power.htm "Hydro-electric power, using the potential energy of rivers, now supplies 17.5% of the world's electricity (99% in Norway, 57% in Canada, 55% in Switzerland, 40% in Sweden, 7% in USA)." Hydroelectric Power http://www.usbr.gov/power/edu/pamphlet.pdf "It's a form of energy ... a renewable resource." ____________________ DNews is dedicated to satisfying your curiosity and to bringing you mind-bending stories & perspectives you won't find anywhere else! New videos twice daily. Watch More DNews on TestTube http://testtube.com/dnews Subscribe now! http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=dnewschannel DNews on Twitter http://twitter.com/dnews Trace Dominguez on Twitter https://twitter.com/tracedominguez Tara Long on Twitter https://twitter.com/TaraLongest DNews on Facebook https://facebook.com/DiscoveryNews DNews on Google+ http://gplus.to/dnews Discovery News http://discoverynews.com Download the TestTube App: http://testu.be/1ndmmMq
  • published: 09 Dec 2014
  • views: 575683
Grid Storage for Renewables Integration
Kelly Warner – President, Advanced Microgrid Solutions Todd Strauss – Senior Director, PG&E Kate McGinnis – Market Director, AES Energy Storage Barry Cinnamon – CEO, Cinnamon Energy Systems Moderator: Jeff Byron, Band of Angels What will it take in terms of megawatts of energy storage and dollars to flatten the belly of the famous duck curve in California and meet the 2030 RPS goals? What storage solutions will prevail - customer-side, behind the meter or utility scale, in front of the meter,? What are the costs and benefits of each type of solution? In mid-May California broke a record on one day with 67% of its power being generated by renewable sources of electricity on the portion of the grid controlled by the CAISO. While this is a major achievement, sustaining this level of renewable power generation from a variety of sources is a challenge. California is a leader not only in renewable energy sources but also in energy storage. It has one of the country’s highest renewable portfolio standards requiring 50% of its energy generation to be powered by renewable resources by 2030. Currently at 27% of our electricity coming from renewable sources, we are ahead of our RPS goals of meeting 33% renewables by 2020. The electric grid is a complex system in which energy supply and demand must always match at any given time. Since renewable sources like wind and solar are subject to variability, energy storage helps to smooth out the differences between energy supply and demand. It stores excess energy when supply exceeds demand, and dispatches energy when demand exceeds supply. Today’s energy storage companies are going a step further by not only providing backup power to customers or the grid but also providing the ability to respond instantaneously to the utility grid needs. This combination of flexibility and ability to dispatch is a valuable asset. Until recently, the cost of energy storage has been prohibitive, but battery prices have been declining rapidly in recent years and are projected to continue to decline with technology improvements and manufacturing scale. Note: While other storage technologies are also being developed, this discussion will focus on chemical batteries, which are by far the most common.
  • published: 07 Dec 2017
  • views: 3049
Can A City Run On 100% Renewable Energy?
In 2014 Burlington, Vermont became the first city in the United States to run on 100% Renewable Energy. But how do they actually do it? What’s their secret? Thanks to Miguel Franco for helping to make this episode possible https://www.youtube.com/user/marioofsevenstars Special Thanks To: Neile Lunderville, Miro Weinberger, Mike Kanarick, Dave MacDonnell, Jon Clark and the Burlington Electric Department https://www.burlingtonelectric.com/ ►Subscribe: http://youtube.com/thegoodstuff ►Let us know what you think of our show!: http://bit.ly/1UO0hBN ►Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thegoodstuff ►Follow us on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goodstuffshow ►Follow us on instagram: goodstuffshow ►Like us on facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thegoodstuffshow Digital street team: http://goodstuffshow.com/digitalstreetteam Sign up for our mailing list: http://eepurl.com/bnSOcH The Good Stuff is a proud member of the PBS Digital Studios family __________________________________________________________________ Music by: Amarante http://www.amarantemusic.com/ Driftless Pony Club http://www.driftlessponyclub.com/ Whirm http://whirm.com/ Rob Scallon https://www.youtube.com/robscallon Jason Shaw http://audionautix.com/
  • published: 21 Jul 2016
  • views: 162401
Renewable Energy 101 | National Geographic
There are many benefits to using renewable energy resources, but what is it exactly? From solar to wind, find out more about alternative energy, the fastest-growing source of energy in the world—and how we can use it to combat climate change. ➡ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/NatGeoSubscribe About National Geographic: National Geographic is the world's premium destination for science, exploration, and adventure. Through their world-class scientists, photographers, journalists, and filmmakers, Nat Geo gets you closer to the stories that matter and past the edge of what's possible. Get More National Geographic: Official Site: http://bit.ly/NatGeoOfficialSite Facebook: http://bit.ly/FBNatGeo Twitter: http://bit.ly/NatGeoTwitter Instagram: http://bit.ly/NatGeoInsta Select footage courtesy NASA https://svs.gsfc.nasa.gov/cgi-bin/details.cgi?aid=11056 Renewable Energy 101 | National Geographic https://youtu.be/1kUE0BZtTRc National Geographic https://www.youtube.com/natgeo
  • published: 21 Sep 2017
  • views: 136435
The Problem With Renewable Energy (and how we're fixing it)
( This isn't a sponsored video, but I am massively grateful to all the team at SSE! Go look: http://sse.com/whatwedo/ourprojectsandassets/ , and pull down the description for more. ) As the world switches to renewable energy - and we are switching - there's a problem you might not expect: balancing the grid. Rotational mass and system inertia are the things that keep your lights from flickering: and they only appear in big, old, traditional power stations. Here's why that's a problem, and how we're likely going to fix it. Thanks to all the team at SSE! FULL DISCLOSURE: This is not a sponsored video, no money has changed hands, and SSE did not have editorial control. But they did go out of their way to arrange access and support for me and my team, including giving us safety training for working at heights. I am incredibly grateful to all the team: Paul and Ed for arranging it all; Bob and Scott who helped us at the turbine; and Calum, Head of Operations, who was keeping an eye on safety throughout. GO LOOK AT SSE: http://sse.com/whatwedo/ourprojectsandassets/ http://sse.com/whatwedo/wholesale/ http://sse.com/griffin The drone footage is from Cyberhawk, http://www.thecyberhawk.com: they normally do turbine inspections and land surveying, so I'd like to thank them for getting some artistic shots for us too! And finally, my camera operator was Paul Curry, @cr3, who's written a more experiential post with photos for Buzzfeed: https://www.buzzfeed.com/paulcurry/we-are-both-big-fans-of-electricity I'm at http://tomscott.com on Twitter at http://twitter.com/tomscott on Facebook at http://facebook.com/tomscott and on Instagram and Snapchat as tomscottgo
  • published: 18 Aug 2016
  • views: 742319
StorEn Technologies - Enabling the Transition to Renewables
Energy storage can make the transition from fossil fuels to generation from renewable sources reality.
  • published: 20 Apr 2018
  • views: 5
Electricity Generation - Non Renewables (preview)
For complete DVD and to read more information on this title, please go to: http://www.pumpkin-interactive.co.uk/collections/science-and-psychology/products/electricity-generation-non-renewables Duration: 27 / Year 2015 / KS 3-5 Fossil Fuels and nuclear energy still account for over 60% of the UK's electricity generation and in some countries their use is even on the rise. As well as containing clear explanations and graphics to illustrate how energy from coal, gas and uranium is used to generate electricity, this resource explores the pros and cons of each fuel source. It includes debates around nuclear safety, fracking and carbon capture and storage. Used together with the "Electricity Generation: Renewables" DVD, it will provide students with a complete insight into current energy debates. Suggested exam board specification links: AQA GCSE Physics Unit P1.4 - Methods we use to generate electricity (In particular the subsection P1.4.1 - Generating Electricity) OCR GCSE 21st Century Science - Physics Module 3 - Sustainable Energy GCSE Gateway Science - Module P2 - Living for the Future (Energy Resources) Cambridge IGCSE Physics - 1.7 - Work Energy and Power (In particular the subject 1.7.2 - Energy Resources) Edexcel International GCSE Physics - Section 4 - Energy Resources and Energy Transfer GCSE Physics - Unit P1 Topic 5 - Generation and Transmission of Electricity
  • published: 02 Jul 2015
  • views: 148
Africa's Clean ENERGY REVOLUTION: Future MEGAPROJECTS
Africa's population explosion presents humanity us with a once-in-our-species chance to make our fastest growing area leapfrog the dirty fuels of the past to instead embrace the renewable energy of the future. Subscribe to TDC: https://www.youtube.com/TheDailyConversation/ Video based on this article in Nature: http://www.nature.com/news/can-wind-and-solar-fuel-africa-s-future-1.20907 Video by Bryce Plank and Robin West Music: "Disturbances" by Matt Stewart-Evans: https://soundcloud.com/mattstewartevans https://www.facebook.com/Matthew.Stewart.Evans "Ambitions" by Glimpse: https://soundcloud.com/glimpse_official Script: The total population of Africa is projected to roughly quadruple to about four billion by 2100, driving the total global population past 11 billion. Producing all the energy that all these people will use could obliterate any efforts we’re now making to battle climate change. But Africa’s population explosion is also a tremendous opportunity, because all the power plants where all these people will get all their electricity from haven’t been built yet. This means humanity is now being presented with a once-in-the-lifetime-of-our-species shot to make our planet's fastest growing region leapfrog the dirty fuels of the past, to embrace a future of clean, renewable energy. This is how that optimistic vision of the future can become reality. The residents of Zambia don’t need any reminders that climate change threatens their way of life. The region is suffering its worst drought in 35 years, that’s big trouble for a country that gets nearly all of its power from the force of water passing through three hydroelectric dams. No water means no electricity, and no electricity means blackouts that have frequently brought commerce and productivity to a standstill, gutting the Zambian economy and causing many to lose their jobs. All across Africa, country are confronting the same problem: a constant lack-of-power. Sub Saharan Africa — all 910 million people — consume less electricity than the 4.8 million people of Alabama. Overall, more than half of all Africans have no access to electricity. But this is changing, thanks to the emergence of renewable energy. The cost of building larger-scale solar panel and wind turbine farms continues to plummet, making governments and utilities more likely to choose them over traditional sources like hydro, coal, nuclear or natural gas. As we saw with the water shortage in Zambia — or the nuclear meltdown a few years ago after the earthquake in Japan — power stations of the past are less reliable, more expensive, far worse for our environment, and slower to build. So this seems like a no-brainer, Africa needs to go green, baby! There’re just three problems. One, until now planners have lacked the necessary data to identify where to develop wind and solar projects that are socially equitable, have low-environmental impact, and are most cost-effective. This problem was recently tackled by a groundbreaking study of 21 countries that combined satellite and ground measurements with geospatial data on roads, towns, and existing power lines. It provides the first blueprint for where wind and solar projects should be built to maximize their effectiveness. The study also revealed Africa’s eye-opening, untapped potential for renewable energy generation. There are an estimated 550 million megawatts of potential solar and wind power spread across the continent, just waiting to be harvested. That’s 3,700 times as much electricity as Africa currently consumes. That’s so much extra energy, that Africa should aim to be powered 100% by renewables by 2050. It’s even possible for Africa to become a clean energy exporting superpower by sending its abundant surpluses of electricity to Europe; the Middle East, India and the rest of Asia; and even the Americas. Of course, this is dependent on overcoming the second major challenge: the continent’s completely inadequate power grid. Modernizing it to connect clean power stations with cities all over Africa will be a long-term megaproject costing tens of billions of dollars in the coming decades. For fast-growing urban areas — like Lagos, Cairo, Kinshasa, Mogadishu, and Johannesburg — uninterrupted electricity is critical for the emerging industries that will fuel economic growth and provide jobs for billions. On the other hand, most Africans currently live in small villages and towns, so their energy needs can be met by inexpensive solar and wind turbine systems that are located on-site, but are disconnected from the main grid. The challenge will be connecting cities — where more and more people are moving — with the mega-power stations that will often be built far away, in geographical sweet spots to maximize the amount of harvestable solar rays and wind gusts.
  • published: 04 Apr 2017
  • views: 83224
Germany's Renewable Energy Revolution
Germany Trade & Invest presents its short film about Germany’s Renewable Energy Revolution, the so called Energiewende (energy transition). Voices from science, industry, and politics outline the achievements made so far, next steps, and the opportunities the energy transition offers. More: http://www.gtai.com/energy
  • published: 11 Mar 2015
  • views: 136045
Eastern Renewable Generation Integration Study: Redefining What’s Possible for Renewable Energy
NREL project manager Aaron Bloom introduces NREL’s Eastern Renewable Generation Integration Study (ERGIS) and high-performance computing capabilities and new methodologies that allowed NREL to model operations of the Eastern Interconnection at unprecedented fidelity. ERGIS shows that the Eastern Interconnection can balance the variability and uncertainty of wind and solar photovoltaics at a 5-minute level, for one simulated year.
  • published: 14 Jun 2016
  • views: 4926
Renewables To Match Coal Generation By 2040
🔋 Solar Energy News | Renewables to match coal generation by 2040 Continue reading: http://asq.solar/2y1TPQZ by Darryn Van Hout | Switchee 🏭 By 2040, global power generated by clean energy generation will match that of coal generation. That’s according to the latest international report provided by the US Energy Information Administration (EIA). The ‘International Energy Outlook 2017’ (IEO2017) reveals that coal generation will fall to a mere 31 percent of all energy generation by 2040. Alongside that, renewable energy production is expected to rise by an average of 2.8 percent annually to 31 percent. Solar and wind energy are projected to form two-thirds of all renewable additions in 2040. by Darryn Van Hout | Switchee™ https://www.switchee.com.au
  • published: 24 Oct 2017
  • views: 805
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Renewable energy

Renewable energy is generally defined as energy that is collected from resources which are naturally replenished on a human timescale, such as sunlight, wind, rain, tides, waves, and geothermal heat. Renewable energy often provides energy in four important areas: electricity generation, air and water heating/cooling, transportation, and rural (off-grid) energy services.

Based on REN21's 2014 report, renewables contributed 19 percent to humans' global energy consumption and 22 percent to their generation of electricity in 2012 and 2013, respectively. This energy consumption is divided as 9% coming from traditional biomass, 4.2% as heat energy (non-biomass), 3.8% hydro electricity and 2% is electricity from wind, solar, geothermal, and biomass. Worldwide investments in renewable technologies amounted to more than US$214 billion in 2013, with countries like China and the United States heavily investing in wind, hydro, solar and biofuels.

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Generation


Generation is the act of producing offspring. In kinship terminology, it is a structural term designating the parent-child relationship. It is also known as biogenesis, reproduction, or procreation in the biological sciences. The term is also often used synonymously with cohort in social science; under this formulation the term means "people within a delineated population who experience the same significant events within a given period of time". Generation in this sense of birth cohort, also known as a "social generation", is widely used in popular culture, and has been the basis for societal analysis. Serious analysis of generations began in the nineteenth century, emerging from an increasing awareness of the possibility of permanent social change and the idea of youthful rebellion against the established social order. Some analysts believe that a generation is one of the fundamental social categories in a society, while others view its importance as being overshadowed by other factors such as class, gender, race, education, and so on.

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Energy

In physics, energy is a property of objects which can be transferred to other objects or converted into different forms, but cannot be created or destroyed. The "ability of a system to perform work" is a common description, but it is difficult to give one single comprehensive definition of energy because of its many forms. For instance, in SI units, energy is measured in joules, and one joule is defined "mechanically", being the energy transferred to an object by the mechanical work of moving it a distance of 1 metre against a force of 1 newton. However, there are many other definitions of energy, depending on the context, such as thermal energy, radiant energy, electromagnetic, nuclear, etc., where definitions are derived that are the most convenient.

Common energy forms include the kinetic energy of a moving object, the potential energy stored by an object's position in a force field (gravitational, electric or magnetic), the elastic energy stored by stretching solid objects, the chemical energy released when a fuel burns, the radiant energy carried by light, and the thermal energy due to an object's temperature. All of the many forms of energy are convertible to other kinds of energy, and obey the law of conservation of energy which says that energy can be neither created nor be destroyed; however, it can change from one form to another.

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Electricity generation

Electricity generation is the process of generating electric power from other sources of primary energy. The fundamental principles of electricity generation were discovered during the 1820s and early 1830s by the British scientist Michael Faraday. His basic method is still used today: electricity is generated by the movement of a loop of wire, or disc of copper between the poles of a magnet. For electric utilities, it is the first process in the delivery of electricity to consumers. The other processes, electricity transmission, distribution, and electrical power storage and recovery using pumped-storage methods are normally carried out by the electric power industry. Electricity is most often generated at a power station by electromechanical generators, primarily driven by heat engines fueled by chemical combustion or nuclear fission but also by other means such as the kinetic energy of flowing water and wind. Other energy sources include solar photovoltaics and geothermal power and electrochemical batteries.

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National Geographic

National Geographic or NatGeo may refer to:

  • National Geographic (magazine), the official journal of the National Geographic Society
  • National Geographic Channel, a subscription television channel that airs non-fiction television programs produced by the National Geographic Society
  • National Geographic Society, an American non-profit scientific and educational institution
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      The Future of Power Generation A New Era for Renewables

      The Future of Power Generation A New Era for Renewables

      The Future of Power Generation A New Era for Renewables

      The CSIS Energy & National Security Program is pleased to invite you to a discussion on the outlook for the electric power sector and the future role of renewables. The U.S. electric power sector is in the midst of a transition. The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) and Bloomberg New Energy Finance (BNEF) both produce annual outlooks that assess long-term trends in renewable energy, which help understand the changes to this sector. Doug Arent and Wesley Cole will outline the scenarios developed by NREL. Ethan Zindler will summarize the key findings of the BNEF study published earlier this year. The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) tracks potential market trends to inform the electric sector analysis in the United States. With this data, NREL analyzes the current and future technology costs and performance for renewable and conventional electricity generation technologies. This includes market projections with a dozen possible scenarios created with NREL’s Regional Energy Deployment Systems (ReEDS) model. Bloomberg New Energy Finance annually publishes a long-term view on the projected evolution of the world’s power markets. New Energy Outlook uniquely assesses segments of the electricity system that are driving rapid market changes, grid system developments, and dynamic business models. The comprehensive assessment includes the costs of wind and solar technology, battery storage, electricity demand, and consumer dynamics.
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      Which Power Source Is Most Efficient?

      Which Power Source Is Most Efficient?

      Which Power Source Is Most Efficient?

      Australian researchers just unveiled the most efficient solar panels ever. How efficient are they, and what is the most efficient source of energy? Get 15% off http://www.domain.com's s domain names and web hosting when you use coupon code DNEWS at checkout! Read More: In world first -- UNSW researchers convert sunlight to electricity with over 40 percent efficiency http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2014-12/uons-iwf120514.php "UNSW Australia's solar researchers have converted over 40% of the sunlight hitting a solar system into electricity, the highest efficiency ever reported." New world record for solar cell efficiency at 46% French-German cooperation confirms competitive advantages of European photovoltaic industry http://www.ise.fraunhofer.de/en/press-and-media/press-releases/press-releases-2014/new-world-record-for-solar-cell-efficiency-at-46-percent "A new world record for the direct conversion of sunlight into electricity has been established." Australia develops world's most efficient solar panels http://rt.com/business/212383-australia-record-solar-energy/ "?Australian researchers have developed a new method of using commercial solar panels that converts more electricity from sunlight than ever before." What is the efficiency of different types of power plants? http://www.eia.gov/tools/faqs/faq.cfm?id=107&t=3 "One measure of the efficiency of a power plant that converts a fuel into heat and into electricity is the heat rate." Improving Efficiencies http://www.worldcoal.org/coal-the-environment/coal-use-the-environment/improving-efficiencies/ "Improving efficiency levels increases the amount of energy that can be extracted from a single unit of coal." The Most Common Electricity Sources in the U.S. http://pureenergies.com/us/blog/the-most-common-electricity-sources-in-the-u-s/ "Though renewable energy is growing fast, the U.S. still gets the vast majority of its power from conventional power plants." Increasing the Efficiency of Existing Coal-Fired Power Plants http://www.fas.org/sgp/crs/misc/R43343.pdf "Coal has long been the major fossil fuel used to produce electricity." Coal Will Survive as Efficient Power Plants Boost Demand http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2014-06-02/coal-seen-surving-as-efficient-power-plants-boost-demand.html "President Barack Obama's plan to reduce greenhouse-gas emissions left coal with a future even as the industry accuses him of trying to make the fuel obsolete." How Do Wind Turbines Work? http://energy.gov/eere/wind/how-do-wind-turbines-work "So how do wind turbines make electricity?" Screwy-looking wind turbine makes little noise and a big claim http://www.gizmag.com/the-archimedes-liam-f1-urban-wind-turbine/32263/ "Although it's getting increasingly common to see solar panels on the roofs of homes, household wind turbines are still a fairly rare sight." Betz's law http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Betz%27s_law Wind Energy More Energy Efficient than Fossil Fuels http://cleantechnica.com/2012/07/18/wind-energy-energy-efficient-fossil-fuels-uk/ "Here's something that may surprise you. Wind energy is more efficient than carbon-based fuels." Wind Energy's Shadow: Turbines Drag Down Power Potential http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/energy/2013/05/130516-wind-energy-shadow-effect/ "As seemingly limitless as the air that swirls around us, wind has proven to be the world's fastest-growing source of renewable energy." Advanced Nuclear Power Reactors http://www.world-nuclear.org/info/Nuclear-Fuel-Cycle/Power-Reactors/Advanced-Nuclear-Power-Reactors/ "The nuclear power industry has been developing and improving reactor technology for more than five decades and is starting to build the next generation of nuclear power reactors to fill new orders." Hydroelectric Power http://www.mpoweruk.com/hydro_power.htm "Hydro-electric power, using the potential energy of rivers, now supplies 17.5% of the world's electricity (99% in Norway, 57% in Canada, 55% in Switzerland, 40% in Sweden, 7% in USA)." Hydroelectric Power http://www.usbr.gov/power/edu/pamphlet.pdf "It's a form of energy ... a renewable resource." ____________________ DNews is dedicated to satisfying your curiosity and to bringing you mind-bending stories & perspectives you won't find anywhere else! New videos twice daily. Watch More DNews on TestTube http://testtube.com/dnews Subscribe now! http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=dnewschannel DNews on Twitter http://twitter.com/dnews Trace Dominguez on Twitter https://twitter.com/tracedominguez Tara Long on Twitter https://twitter.com/TaraLongest DNews on Facebook https://facebook.com/DiscoveryNews DNews on Google+ http://gplus.to/dnews Discovery News http://discoverynews.com Download the TestTube App: http://testu.be/1ndmmMq
    • 1:48:06

      Grid Storage for Renewables Integration

      Grid Storage for Renewables Integration

      Grid Storage for Renewables Integration

      Kelly Warner – President, Advanced Microgrid Solutions Todd Strauss – Senior Director, PG&E Kate McGinnis – Market Director, AES Energy Storage Barry Cinnamon – CEO, Cinnamon Energy Systems Moderator: Jeff Byron, Band of Angels What will it take in terms of megawatts of energy storage and dollars to flatten the belly of the famous duck curve in California and meet the 2030 RPS goals? What storage solutions will prevail - customer-side, behind the meter or utility scale, in front of the meter,? What are the costs and benefits of each type of solution? In mid-May California broke a record on one day with 67% of its power being generated by renewable sources of electricity on the portion of the grid controlled by the CAISO. While this is a major achievement, sustaining this level of renewable power generation from a variety of sources is a challenge. California is a leader not only in renewable energy sources but also in energy storage. It has one of the country’s highest renewable portfolio standards requiring 50% of its energy generation to be powered by renewable resources by 2030. Currently at 27% of our electricity coming from renewable sources, we are ahead of our RPS goals of meeting 33% renewables by 2020. The electric grid is a complex system in which energy supply and demand must always match at any given time. Since renewable sources like wind and solar are subject to variability, energy storage helps to smooth out the differences between energy supply and demand. It stores excess energy when supply exceeds demand, and dispatches energy when demand exceeds supply. Today’s energy storage companies are going a step further by not only providing backup power to customers or the grid but also providing the ability to respond instantaneously to the utility grid needs. This combination of flexibility and ability to dispatch is a valuable asset. Until recently, the cost of energy storage has been prohibitive, but battery prices have been declining rapidly in recent years and are projected to continue to decline with technology improvements and manufacturing scale. Note: While other storage technologies are also being developed, this discussion will focus on chemical batteries, which are by far the most common.
    • 14:29

      Can A City Run On 100% Renewable Energy?

      Can A City Run On 100% Renewable Energy?

      Can A City Run On 100% Renewable Energy?

      In 2014 Burlington, Vermont became the first city in the United States to run on 100% Renewable Energy. But how do they actually do it? What’s their secret? Thanks to Miguel Franco for helping to make this episode possible https://www.youtube.com/user/marioofsevenstars Special Thanks To: Neile Lunderville, Miro Weinberger, Mike Kanarick, Dave MacDonnell, Jon Clark and the Burlington Electric Department https://www.burlingtonelectric.com/ ►Subscribe: http://youtube.com/thegoodstuff ►Let us know what you think of our show!: http://bit.ly/1UO0hBN ►Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thegoodstuff ►Follow us on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goodstuffshow ►Follow us on instagram: goodstuffshow ►Like us on facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thegoodstuffshow Digital street team: http://goodstuffshow.com/digitalstreetteam Sign up for our mailing list: http://eepurl.com/bnSOcH The Good Stuff is a proud member of the PBS Digital Studios family __________________________________________________________________ Music by: Amarante http://www.amarantemusic.com/ Driftless Pony Club http://www.driftlessponyclub.com/ Whirm http://whirm.com/ Rob Scallon https://www.youtube.com/robscallon Jason Shaw http://audionautix.com/
    • 3:17

      Renewable Energy 101 | National Geographic

      Renewable Energy 101 | National Geographic

      Renewable Energy 101 | National Geographic

      There are many benefits to using renewable energy resources, but what is it exactly? From solar to wind, find out more about alternative energy, the fastest-growing source of energy in the world—and how we can use it to combat climate change. ➡ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/NatGeoSubscribe About National Geographic: National Geographic is the world's premium destination for science, exploration, and adventure. Through their world-class scientists, photographers, journalists, and filmmakers, Nat Geo gets you closer to the stories that matter and past the edge of what's possible. Get More National Geographic: Official Site: http://bit.ly/NatGeoOfficialSite Facebook: http://bit.ly/FBNatGeo Twitter: http://bit.ly/NatGeoTwitter Instagram: http://bit.ly/NatGeoInsta Select footage courtesy NASA https://svs.gsfc.nasa.gov/cgi-bin/details.cgi?aid=11056 Renewable Energy 101 | National Geographic https://youtu.be/1kUE0BZtTRc National Geographic https://www.youtube.com/natgeo
    • 4:06

      The Problem With Renewable Energy (and how we're fixing it)

      The Problem With Renewable Energy (and how we're fixing it)

      The Problem With Renewable Energy (and how we're fixing it)

      ( This isn't a sponsored video, but I am massively grateful to all the team at SSE! Go look: http://sse.com/whatwedo/ourprojectsandassets/ , and pull down the description for more. ) As the world switches to renewable energy - and we are switching - there's a problem you might not expect: balancing the grid. Rotational mass and system inertia are the things that keep your lights from flickering: and they only appear in big, old, traditional power stations. Here's why that's a problem, and how we're likely going to fix it. Thanks to all the team at SSE! FULL DISCLOSURE: This is not a sponsored video, no money has changed hands, and SSE did not have editorial control. But they did go out of their way to arrange access and support for me and my team, including giving us safety training for working at heights. I am incredibly grateful to all the team: Paul and Ed for arranging it all; Bob and Scott who helped us at the turbine; and Calum, Head of Operations, who was keeping an eye on safety throughout. GO LOOK AT SSE: http://sse.com/whatwedo/ourprojectsandassets/ http://sse.com/whatwedo/wholesale/ http://sse.com/griffin The drone footage is from Cyberhawk, http://www.thecyberhawk.com: they normally do turbine inspections and land surveying, so I'd like to thank them for getting some artistic shots for us too! And finally, my camera operator was Paul Curry, @cr3, who's written a more experiential post with photos for Buzzfeed: https://www.buzzfeed.com/paulcurry/we-are-both-big-fans-of-electricity I'm at http://tomscott.com on Twitter at http://twitter.com/tomscott on Facebook at http://facebook.com/tomscott and on Instagram and Snapchat as tomscottgo
    • 1:21

      StorEn Technologies - Enabling the Transition to Renewables

      StorEn Technologies - Enabling the Transition to Renewables

      StorEn Technologies - Enabling the Transition to Renewables

      Energy storage can make the transition from fossil fuels to generation from renewable sources reality.
    • 2:29

      Electricity Generation - Non Renewables (preview)

      Electricity Generation - Non Renewables (preview)

      Electricity Generation - Non Renewables (preview)

      For complete DVD and to read more information on this title, please go to: http://www.pumpkin-interactive.co.uk/collections/science-and-psychology/products/electricity-generation-non-renewables Duration: 27 / Year 2015 / KS 3-5 Fossil Fuels and nuclear energy still account for over 60% of the UK's electricity generation and in some countries their use is even on the rise. As well as containing clear explanations and graphics to illustrate how energy from coal, gas and uranium is used to generate electricity, this resource explores the pros and cons of each fuel source. It includes debates around nuclear safety, fracking and carbon capture and storage. Used together with the "Electricity Generation: Renewables" DVD, it will provide students with a complete insight into current energy debates. Suggested exam board specification links: AQA GCSE Physics Unit P1.4 - Methods we use to generate electricity (In particular the subsection P1.4.1 - Generating Electricity) OCR GCSE 21st Century Science - Physics Module 3 - Sustainable Energy GCSE Gateway Science - Module P2 - Living for the Future (Energy Resources) Cambridge IGCSE Physics - 1.7 - Work Energy and Power (In particular the subject 1.7.2 - Energy Resources) Edexcel International GCSE Physics - Section 4 - Energy Resources and Energy Transfer GCSE Physics - Unit P1 Topic 5 - Generation and Transmission of Electricity
    • 5:49

      Africa's Clean ENERGY REVOLUTION: Future MEGAPROJECTS

      Africa's Clean ENERGY REVOLUTION: Future MEGAPROJECTS

      Africa's Clean ENERGY REVOLUTION: Future MEGAPROJECTS

      Africa's population explosion presents humanity us with a once-in-our-species chance to make our fastest growing area leapfrog the dirty fuels of the past to instead embrace the renewable energy of the future. Subscribe to TDC: https://www.youtube.com/TheDailyConversation/ Video based on this article in Nature: http://www.nature.com/news/can-wind-and-solar-fuel-africa-s-future-1.20907 Video by Bryce Plank and Robin West Music: "Disturbances" by Matt Stewart-Evans: https://soundcloud.com/mattstewartevans https://www.facebook.com/Matthew.Stewart.Evans "Ambitions" by Glimpse: https://soundcloud.com/glimpse_official Script: The total population of Africa is projected to roughly quadruple to about four billion by 2100, driving the total global population past 11 billion. Producing all the energy that all these people will use could obliterate any efforts we’re now making to battle climate change. But Africa’s population explosion is also a tremendous opportunity, because all the power plants where all these people will get all their electricity from haven’t been built yet. This means humanity is now being presented with a once-in-the-lifetime-of-our-species shot to make our planet's fastest growing region leapfrog the dirty fuels of the past, to embrace a future of clean, renewable energy. This is how that optimistic vision of the future can become reality. The residents of Zambia don’t need any reminders that climate change threatens their way of life. The region is suffering its worst drought in 35 years, that’s big trouble for a country that gets nearly all of its power from the force of water passing through three hydroelectric dams. No water means no electricity, and no electricity means blackouts that have frequently brought commerce and productivity to a standstill, gutting the Zambian economy and causing many to lose their jobs. All across Africa, country are confronting the same problem: a constant lack-of-power. Sub Saharan Africa — all 910 million people — consume less electricity than the 4.8 million people of Alabama. Overall, more than half of all Africans have no access to electricity. But this is changing, thanks to the emergence of renewable energy. The cost of building larger-scale solar panel and wind turbine farms continues to plummet, making governments and utilities more likely to choose them over traditional sources like hydro, coal, nuclear or natural gas. As we saw with the water shortage in Zambia — or the nuclear meltdown a few years ago after the earthquake in Japan — power stations of the past are less reliable, more expensive, far worse for our environment, and slower to build. So this seems like a no-brainer, Africa needs to go green, baby! There’re just three problems. One, until now planners have lacked the necessary data to identify where to develop wind and solar projects that are socially equitable, have low-environmental impact, and are most cost-effective. This problem was recently tackled by a groundbreaking study of 21 countries that combined satellite and ground measurements with geospatial data on roads, towns, and existing power lines. It provides the first blueprint for where wind and solar projects should be built to maximize their effectiveness. The study also revealed Africa’s eye-opening, untapped potential for renewable energy generation. There are an estimated 550 million megawatts of potential solar and wind power spread across the continent, just waiting to be harvested. That’s 3,700 times as much electricity as Africa currently consumes. That’s so much extra energy, that Africa should aim to be powered 100% by renewables by 2050. It’s even possible for Africa to become a clean energy exporting superpower by sending its abundant surpluses of electricity to Europe; the Middle East, India and the rest of Asia; and even the Americas. Of course, this is dependent on overcoming the second major challenge: the continent’s completely inadequate power grid. Modernizing it to connect clean power stations with cities all over Africa will be a long-term megaproject costing tens of billions of dollars in the coming decades. For fast-growing urban areas — like Lagos, Cairo, Kinshasa, Mogadishu, and Johannesburg — uninterrupted electricity is critical for the emerging industries that will fuel economic growth and provide jobs for billions. On the other hand, most Africans currently live in small villages and towns, so their energy needs can be met by inexpensive solar and wind turbine systems that are located on-site, but are disconnected from the main grid. The challenge will be connecting cities — where more and more people are moving — with the mega-power stations that will often be built far away, in geographical sweet spots to maximize the amount of harvestable solar rays and wind gusts.
    • 11:43

      Germany's Renewable Energy Revolution

      Germany's Renewable Energy Revolution

      Germany's Renewable Energy Revolution

      Germany Trade & Invest presents its short film about Germany’s Renewable Energy Revolution, the so called Energiewende (energy transition). Voices from science, industry, and politics outline the achievements made so far, next steps, and the opportunities the energy transition offers. More: http://www.gtai.com/energy
    • 2:22

      Eastern Renewable Generation Integration Study: Redefining What’s Possible for Renewable Energy

      Eastern Renewable Generation Integration Study: Redefining What’s Possible for Renewable Energy

      Eastern Renewable Generation Integration Study: Redefining What’s Possible for Renewable Energy

      NREL project manager Aaron Bloom introduces NREL’s Eastern Renewable Generation Integration Study (ERGIS) and high-performance computing capabilities and new methodologies that allowed NREL to model operations of the Eastern Interconnection at unprecedented fidelity. ERGIS shows that the Eastern Interconnection can balance the variability and uncertainty of wind and solar photovoltaics at a 5-minute level, for one simulated year.
    • 1:07

      Renewables To Match Coal Generation By 2040

      Renewables To Match Coal Generation By 2040

      Renewables To Match Coal Generation By 2040

      🔋 Solar Energy News | Renewables to match coal generation by 2040 Continue reading: http://asq.solar/2y1TPQZ by Darryn Van Hout | Switchee 🏭 By 2040, global power generated by clean energy generation will match that of coal generation. That’s according to the latest international report provided by the US Energy Information Administration (EIA). The ‘International Energy Outlook 2017’ (IEO2017) reveals that coal generation will fall to a mere 31 percent of all energy generation by 2040. Alongside that, renewable energy production is expected to rise by an average of 2.8 percent annually to 31 percent. Solar and wind energy are projected to form two-thirds of all renewable additions in 2040. by Darryn Van Hout | Switchee™ https://www.switchee.com.au
    • 40:33

      Renewable energies: the return of biomass

      Renewable energies: the return of biomass

      Renewable energies: the return of biomass

      Activate the subtitles in the player window, interviews are in French! For thousands of years biomass (organic matter) was the primary source of energy. Since the industrial revolution, the combustion of fossil fuels, accounting for 87% of today’s global energy package, has replaced biomass as the primary source. Yet issues surrounding energy and food production and sustainable development engender new perspectives on the production of bio-fuels, especially from by-products of agro-industry and forestry. Biomass, now supporting 10% of world energy consumption, could increase to provide 25% of global energy needs. This film combines figures, schematics, and interviews with professionals in the field (e.g. economist, farmer, mechanic, researcher, aircraft manufacturer...). The potential for biomass is evident, but its usage must be rational, optimized and adapted to local environments. A film by Gérard Goma (scientific advisor) and Mathias Fyferling
    • 2:53

      Are electricity-generating floors the next big thing in renewables?

      Are electricity-generating floors the next big thing in renewables?

      Are electricity-generating floors the next big thing in renewables?

      Energy-generating floors pioneer Pavegen has launched a crowdfunding campaign at Crowdcube hoping to realize its dream of making floor energy as common as solar energy. The firm's founder and CEO Laurence Kemball-Cook believes that in a few years time, buying a floor that converts energy from footsteps into electricity will be a no-brainer (just think how much power your hyperactive kids could produce ...). Read more at http://eandt.theiet.org/
    • 2:14

      Giant Sea Snake Renewable Electricity Generation

      Giant Sea Snake Renewable Electricity Generation

      Giant Sea Snake Renewable Electricity Generation

      Huge Energy Producing Machine From Wave Power. See Powergen and E-on Website for more info. The following excerpt is from the e-on website: Site Statistics West Wave Location Wave Hub, 10 miles off Hayle on north coast of Cornwall Project scope Up to 7 Pelamis Wave Energy Converter Turbine height 120-150 metres long Total power Up to 5MW Status Pre-planning Why West Wave? The UK is well placed in terms of marine energy. There is significant wave resource around the country, some of the best in the world. It has been estimated that marine renewables could meet 15% to 20% of current UK electricity demand. E.ON is committed to helping build the UK's marine capabilities to harness the potential of our seas. West Wave will allow us to learn about wave energy developments and gain experience of the marine environment. The West Wave Project would: Supply enough electricity for up to 3,000 homes Displace around 11,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions per year Ocean Prospect We are developing West Wave jointly with Ocean Prospect, a subsidiary of Wind Prospect. Wave Hub West Wave will be located at Wave Hub which is being developed by the South West Regional Development Agency. Wave Hub is effectively an underwater "socket" providing the necessary infrastructure to connect West Wave and 3 similar wave energy projects to the electricity grid. A planning application for Wave Hub was submitted in June 2006 and deployment is expected in 2008/09. Pelamis West Wave will utilise Ocean Power Delivery's Pelamis Wave Energy Converter which is rated at 750kW. The Pelamis is 120-150 metres long, 3.5m in diameter and weighs approximately 750 tonnes. The video is downloadable from the e-on website http://www.eon-uk.com/generation/westwave.aspx They also have other renewable projects, details on the website. Please feel free to rate, comment, subscribe and post a video response.
    • 3:30

      If Green Energy Is So Great, Why Aren't We Using It?

      If Green Energy Is So Great, Why Aren't We Using It?

      If Green Energy Is So Great, Why Aren't We Using It?

      Green energy is getting better and cheaper, yet we still largely rely on fossil fuels. Why haven't we switched to solar and wind energy yet? Which Countries Will Be Underwater Due To Climate Change? - https://youtu.be/1ilC2ODaWSY Which Countries Run On 100% Renewable Energy? - https://youtu.be/SrmsQzRQPPw Sign Up For The Seeker Newsletter Here - http://bit.ly/1UO1PxI Read More: What Would Happen If We Burned All The Fossil Fuels On Earth? http://www.popsci.com/burning-all-fossil-fuels-could-raise-sea-levels-by-200-feet "A new study published today in Science Advances finds that if we burn all of the remaining fossil fuels on Earth, almost all of the ice in Antarctica will melt, potentially causing sea levels to rise by as much as 200 feet--enough to drown most major cities in the world." Who's Winning The Battle To Replace Coal? http://www.forbes.com/sites/thebakersinstitute/2016/05/17/whos-winning-the-battle-to-replace-coal/#e9dc97c6b09f "Coal is losing the battle for the electricity future in the United States. Investment in new coal-fired generating capacity has dried up with its share of electricity generation dropping from 53% in 2000 to 34% in 2015." Electricity in the United States http://www.eia.gov/energyexplained/index.cfm?page=electricity_in_the_United_States "In 2015, coal was used for about 33% of the 4 trillion kilowatthours of electricity generated in the United States. In addition to being burned to heat water for steam, natural gas can also be burned to produce hot combustion gases that pass directly through a natural gas turbine, spinning the turbine's blades to generate electricity." ____________________ DNews is dedicated to satisfying your curiosity and to bringing you mind-bending stories & perspectives you won't find anywhere else! New videos daily. Watch More DNews on Seeker http://www.seeker.com/show/dnews/ Subscribe now! http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=dnewschannel Seeker on Twitter http://twitter.com/seeker Trace Dominguez on Twitter https://twitter.com/tracedominguez DNews on Facebook https://facebook.com/DiscoveryNews DNews on Google+ https://plus.google.com/u/0/+dnews Seeker http://www.seeker.com/ Sign Up For The Seeker Newsletter Here: http://bit.ly/1UO1PxI Special thanks to Julian Huguet for hosting and writing this episode of DNews! Check Julian out on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jhug00
    • 3:01

      Why 2016 Could Be a Turning Point the Energy Revolution

      Why 2016 Could Be a Turning Point the Energy Revolution

      Why 2016 Could Be a Turning Point the Energy Revolution

      Coal, nuclear, natural gas, renewables, and oil are all going head-to-head for dominance of the energy market - will we see a shift in the balance of power next year? Bloomberg looks at energy trends to watch in 2016.
    • 10:39

      Steven Chu (Stanford University): Renewable Energy: Generation, Transmission and Storage

      Steven Chu (Stanford University): Renewable Energy: Generation, Transmission and Storage

      Steven Chu (Stanford University): Renewable Energy: Generation, Transmission and Storage

      http://www.ibiology.org/ibiomagazine/renewable-energy-generation-transmission-storage.html Steven Chu walks us through the advances we’ve made and the challenges we still face as we transition from a fossil fuel economy to one based on renewables such as wind and solar. He speaks of the need to develop lighter, cheaper, rapidly charging batteries to speed the transition to affordable, functional, electric vehicles. He also stresses the need to support research into technologies such as carbon recycling that would make energy production truly sustainable. Chu ends his talk by reminding us that the Earth is our home and we need to commit to caring for it. Speaker Biography: Steven Chu is Professor of Physics and Molecular & Cellular Physiology and the William R. Kenan, Jr., Professor of Humanities and Sciences at Stanford University. From 2009 to 2013, he served as US Secretary of Energy. At the time of his appointment to the Cabinet, he was a Professor of Physics and Molecular and Cell Biology at the University of California, Berkeley, and the Director of the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. Chu’s research focuses on the development and application of new optical nano-particles for the study of biological systems and organisms. He is also working with Prof. Yi Cui, Stanford, on next generation batteries for electric vehicles. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1997 for his work at Bell Labs on cooling and trapping of atoms with laser light. Learn more about Steven Chu at http://web.stanford.edu/group/chugroup/index.html
    • 13:12

      Top 10 Energy Sources of the Future

      Top 10 Energy Sources of the Future

      Top 10 Energy Sources of the Future

      These are ten most promising alternative energy sources of tomorrow. It’s a really exciting time to be alive. We have a front row seat to the only known transformation of a world powered by dirty fossil fuels, to a planet that gets its energy from renewable, clean sources. It’s happening just once, right now. Subscribe to TDC: https://www.youtube.com/TheDailyConversation Like our page on Facebook http://www.facebook.com/thedailyconversation Join us on Google+ https://plus.google.com/100134925804523235350/posts Follow us on Twitter http://www.twitter.com/thedailyconvo 10. Space-based solar power http://energy.gov/articles/space-based-solar-power 9. Human Power http://www.scientificamerican.com/article/scientists-harness-human-power-electricity/ 8. Tidal Power http://www.renewablegreenenergypower.com/wave-energy-facts/ 7. Hydrogen (fuel cells) http://www.energyquest.ca.gov/story/chapter20.html http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hydrogen-powered_aircraft 6. Geothermal heat from underground lava beds http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Geothermal_energy#Electricity https://theconversation.com/drilling-surprise-opens-door-to-volcano-powered-electricity-22515 5. Nuclear Waste http://nautil.us/issue/7/waste/our-nuclear-waste-is-a-goldmine http://gehitachiprism.com/ 4. Solar windows http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Growth_of_photovoltaics http://renewableresourcesinc.com/10-interesting-facts-about-solar-energy/#.VAtud2RdVB8 3. Bio-fuels (algae) http://cleantechnica.com/2014/08/20/alabama-gets-first-world-carbon-negative-algae-biofuel/ http://biofuel.org.uk/biofuel-facts.html 2. Flying wind farms http://newsoffice.mit.edu/2014/high-flying-turbine-produces-more-power-0515 http://www.eia.gov/tools/faqs/faq.cfm?id=427&t=3 1. Nuclear fusion http://www.americansecurityproject.org/10-key-facts-about-nuclear-fusion/ http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/ITER#Timeline_and_current_status http://www.smartplanet.com/blog/bulletin/nuclear-fusion-from-google-lockheed-draper-fisher/
    • 2:41

      Renewable Energy Explained in 2 1/2 Minutes

      Renewable Energy Explained in 2 1/2 Minutes

      Renewable Energy Explained in 2 1/2 Minutes

      This is an unofficial explainer video I created for a college project. I decided to gear it toward TheSolutionsProject.org. The assets went from Adobe Illustrator to After Effects. This animation explains the different types of energy such as, fossil fuels, biomass, nuclear and renewables. Written, animated and illustrated by Dane Bliss Music by: Essa: https://soundcloud.com/essa-1 Voiceover by: Mike Porter: https://goo.gl/GNouYE Visit my online portfolio to see some more work at http://www.DaneBliss.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/DaneBlissDesign Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Dane-Bliss-Graphic-Design-813194572110628/timeline/ German translation by Robert Orzanna Twitter: https://twitter.com/orschiro
    • 2:52

      Electricity Generation - Renewables (preview)

      Electricity Generation - Renewables (preview)

      Electricity Generation - Renewables (preview)

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    Australian researchers just unveiled the most efficient solar panels ever. How efficient are they, and what is the most efficient source of energy? Get 15% off http://www.domain.com's s domain names and web hosting when you use coupon code DNEWS at checkout! Read More: In world first -- UNSW researchers convert sunlight to electricity with over 40 percent efficiency http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2014-12/uons-iwf120514.php "UNSW Australia's solar researchers have converted over 40% of the sunlight hitting a solar system into electricity, the highest efficiency ever reported." New world record for solar cell efficiency at 46% French-German cooperation confirms competitive advantages of European photovoltaic industry http://www.ise.fraunhofer.de/en/press-and-media/press-releases/press-releases-2014/new-world-record-for-solar-cell-efficiency-at-46-percent "A new world record for the direct conversion of sunlight into electricity has been established." Australia develops world's most efficient solar panels http://rt.com/business/212383-australia-record-solar-energy/ "?Australian researchers have developed a new method of using commercial solar panels that converts more electricity from sunlight than ever before." What is the efficiency of different types of power plants? http://www.eia.gov/tools/faqs/faq.cfm?id=107&t=3 "One measure of the efficiency of a power plant that converts a fuel into heat and into electricity is the heat rate." Improving Efficiencies http://www.worldcoal.org/coal-the-environment/coal-use-the-environment/improving-efficiencies/ "Improving efficiency levels increases the amount of energy that can be extracted from a single unit of coal." The Most Common Electricity Sources in the U.S. http://pureenergies.com/us/blog/the-most-common-electricity-sources-in-the-u-s/ "Though renewable energy is growing fast, the U.S. still gets the vast majority of its power from conventional power plants." Increasing the Efficiency of Existing Coal-Fired Power Plants http://www.fas.org/sgp/crs/misc/R43343.pdf "Coal has long been the major fossil fuel used to produce electricity." Coal Will Survive as Efficient Power Plants Boost Demand http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2014-06-02/coal-seen-surving-as-efficient-power-plants-boost-demand.html "President Barack Obama's plan to reduce greenhouse-gas emissions left coal with a future even as the industry accuses him of trying to make the fuel obsolete." How Do Wind Turbines Work? http://energy.gov/eere/wind/how-do-wind-turbines-work "So how do wind turbines make electricity?" Screwy-looking wind turbine makes little noise and a big claim http://www.gizmag.com/the-archimedes-liam-f1-urban-wind-turbine/32263/ "Although it's getting increasingly common to see solar panels on the roofs of homes, household wind turbines are still a fairly rare sight." Betz's law http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Betz%27s_law Wind Energy More Energy Efficient than Fossil Fuels http://cleantechnica.com/2012/07/18/wind-energy-energy-efficient-fossil-fuels-uk/ "Here's something that may surprise you. Wind energy is more efficient than carbon-based fuels." Wind Energy's Shadow: Turbines Drag Down Power Potential http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/energy/2013/05/130516-wind-energy-shadow-effect/ "As seemingly limitless as the air that swirls around us, wind has proven to be the world's fastest-growing source of renewable energy." Advanced Nuclear Power Reactors http://www.world-nuclear.org/info/Nuclear-Fuel-Cycle/Power-Reactors/Advanced-Nuclear-Power-Reactors/ "The nuclear power industry has been developing and improving reactor technology for more than five decades and is starting to build the next generation of nuclear power reactors to fill new orders." Hydroelectric Power http://www.mpoweruk.com/hydro_power.htm "Hydro-electric power, using the potential energy of rivers, now supplies 17.5% of the world's electricity (99% in Norway, 57% in Canada, 55% in Switzerland, 40% in Sweden, 7% in USA)." Hydroelectric Power http://www.usbr.gov/power/edu/pamphlet.pdf "It's a form of energy ... a renewable resource." ____________________ DNews is dedicated to satisfying your curiosity and to bringing you mind-bending stories & perspectives you won't find anywhere else! New videos twice daily. Watch More DNews on TestTube http://testtube.com/dnews Subscribe now! http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=dnewschannel DNews on Twitter http://twitter.com/dnews Trace Dominguez on Twitter https://twitter.com/tracedominguez Tara Long on Twitter https://twitter.com/TaraLongest DNews on Facebook https://facebook.com/DiscoveryNews DNews on Google+ http://gplus.to/dnews Discovery News http://discoverynews.com Download the TestTube App: http://testu.be/1ndmmMq
    • published: 09 Dec 2014
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    Grid Storage for Renewables Integration
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    Grid Storage for Renewables Integration

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    • Updated: 07 Dec 2017
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    Kelly Warner – President, Advanced Microgrid Solutions Todd Strauss – Senior Director, PG&E Kate McGinnis – Market Director, AES Energy Storage Barry Cinnamon ...
    Kelly Warner – President, Advanced Microgrid Solutions Todd Strauss – Senior Director, PG&E Kate McGinnis – Market Director, AES Energy Storage Barry Cinnamon – CEO, Cinnamon Energy Systems Moderator: Jeff Byron, Band of Angels What will it take in terms of megawatts of energy storage and dollars to flatten the belly of the famous duck curve in California and meet the 2030 RPS goals? What storage solutions will prevail - customer-side, behind the meter or utility scale, in front of the meter,? What are the costs and benefits of each type of solution? In mid-May California broke a record on one day with 67% of its power being generated by renewable sources of electricity on the portion of the grid controlled by the CAISO. While this is a major achievement, sustaining this level of renewable power generation from a variety of sources is a challenge. California is a leader not only in renewable energy sources but also in energy storage. It has one of the country’s highest renewable portfolio standards requiring 50% of its energy generation to be powered by renewable resources by 2030. Currently at 27% of our electricity coming from renewable sources, we are ahead of our RPS goals of meeting 33% renewables by 2020. The electric grid is a complex system in which energy supply and demand must always match at any given time. Since renewable sources like wind and solar are subject to variability, energy storage helps to smooth out the differences between energy supply and demand. It stores excess energy when supply exceeds demand, and dispatches energy when demand exceeds supply. Today’s energy storage companies are going a step further by not only providing backup power to customers or the grid but also providing the ability to respond instantaneously to the utility grid needs. This combination of flexibility and ability to dispatch is a valuable asset. Until recently, the cost of energy storage has been prohibitive, but battery prices have been declining rapidly in recent years and are projected to continue to decline with technology improvements and manufacturing scale. Note: While other storage technologies are also being developed, this discussion will focus on chemical batteries, which are by far the most common.
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    Kelly Warner – President, Advanced Microgrid Solutions Todd Strauss – Senior Director, PG&E Kate McGinnis – Market Director, AES Energy Storage Barry Cinnamon – CEO, Cinnamon Energy Systems Moderator: Jeff Byron, Band of Angels What will it take in terms of megawatts of energy storage and dollars to flatten the belly of the famous duck curve in California and meet the 2030 RPS goals? What storage solutions will prevail - customer-side, behind the meter or utility scale, in front of the meter,? What are the costs and benefits of each type of solution? In mid-May California broke a record on one day with 67% of its power being generated by renewable sources of electricity on the portion of the grid controlled by the CAISO. While this is a major achievement, sustaining this level of renewable power generation from a variety of sources is a challenge. California is a leader not only in renewable energy sources but also in energy storage. It has one of the country’s highest renewable portfolio standards requiring 50% of its energy generation to be powered by renewable resources by 2030. Currently at 27% of our electricity coming from renewable sources, we are ahead of our RPS goals of meeting 33% renewables by 2020. The electric grid is a complex system in which energy supply and demand must always match at any given time. Since renewable sources like wind and solar are subject to variability, energy storage helps to smooth out the differences between energy supply and demand. It stores excess energy when supply exceeds demand, and dispatches energy when demand exceeds supply. Today’s energy storage companies are going a step further by not only providing backup power to customers or the grid but also providing the ability to respond instantaneously to the utility grid needs. This combination of flexibility and ability to dispatch is a valuable asset. Until recently, the cost of energy storage has been prohibitive, but battery prices have been declining rapidly in recent years and are projected to continue to decline with technology improvements and manufacturing scale. Note: While other storage technologies are also being developed, this discussion will focus on chemical batteries, which are by far the most common.
    • published: 07 Dec 2017
    • views: 3049
    Can A City Run On 100% Renewable Energy?
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    Can A City Run On 100% Renewable Energy?

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    In 2014 Burlington, Vermont became the first city in the United States to run on 100% Renewable Energy. But how do they actually do it? What’s their secret? ...
    In 2014 Burlington, Vermont became the first city in the United States to run on 100% Renewable Energy. But how do they actually do it? What’s their secret? Thanks to Miguel Franco for helping to make this episode possible https://www.youtube.com/user/marioofsevenstars Special Thanks To: Neile Lunderville, Miro Weinberger, Mike Kanarick, Dave MacDonnell, Jon Clark and the Burlington Electric Department https://www.burlingtonelectric.com/ ►Subscribe: http://youtube.com/thegoodstuff ►Let us know what you think of our show!: http://bit.ly/1UO0hBN ►Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thegoodstuff ►Follow us on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goodstuffshow ►Follow us on instagram: goodstuffshow ►Like us on facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thegoodstuffshow Digital street team: http://goodstuffshow.com/digitalstreetteam Sign up for our mailing list: http://eepurl.com/bnSOcH The Good Stuff is a proud member of the PBS Digital Studios family __________________________________________________________________ Music by: Amarante http://www.amarantemusic.com/ Driftless Pony Club http://www.driftlessponyclub.com/ Whirm http://whirm.com/ Rob Scallon https://www.youtube.com/robscallon Jason Shaw http://audionautix.com/
    https://wn.com/Can_A_City_Run_On_100_Renewable_Energy
    In 2014 Burlington, Vermont became the first city in the United States to run on 100% Renewable Energy. But how do they actually do it? What’s their secret? Thanks to Miguel Franco for helping to make this episode possible https://www.youtube.com/user/marioofsevenstars Special Thanks To: Neile Lunderville, Miro Weinberger, Mike Kanarick, Dave MacDonnell, Jon Clark and the Burlington Electric Department https://www.burlingtonelectric.com/ ►Subscribe: http://youtube.com/thegoodstuff ►Let us know what you think of our show!: http://bit.ly/1UO0hBN ►Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thegoodstuff ►Follow us on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goodstuffshow ►Follow us on instagram: goodstuffshow ►Like us on facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thegoodstuffshow Digital street team: http://goodstuffshow.com/digitalstreetteam Sign up for our mailing list: http://eepurl.com/bnSOcH The Good Stuff is a proud member of the PBS Digital Studios family __________________________________________________________________ Music by: Amarante http://www.amarantemusic.com/ Driftless Pony Club http://www.driftlessponyclub.com/ Whirm http://whirm.com/ Rob Scallon https://www.youtube.com/robscallon Jason Shaw http://audionautix.com/
    • published: 21 Jul 2016
    • views: 162401
    Renewable Energy 101 | National Geographic
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    Renewable Energy 101 | National Geographic

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    There are many benefits to using renewable energy resources, but what is it exactly? From solar to wind, find out more about alternative energy, the fastest-gro...
    There are many benefits to using renewable energy resources, but what is it exactly? From solar to wind, find out more about alternative energy, the fastest-growing source of energy in the world—and how we can use it to combat climate change. ➡ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/NatGeoSubscribe About National Geographic: National Geographic is the world's premium destination for science, exploration, and adventure. Through their world-class scientists, photographers, journalists, and filmmakers, Nat Geo gets you closer to the stories that matter and past the edge of what's possible. Get More National Geographic: Official Site: http://bit.ly/NatGeoOfficialSite Facebook: http://bit.ly/FBNatGeo Twitter: http://bit.ly/NatGeoTwitter Instagram: http://bit.ly/NatGeoInsta Select footage courtesy NASA https://svs.gsfc.nasa.gov/cgi-bin/details.cgi?aid=11056 Renewable Energy 101 | National Geographic https://youtu.be/1kUE0BZtTRc National Geographic https://www.youtube.com/natgeo
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    There are many benefits to using renewable energy resources, but what is it exactly? From solar to wind, find out more about alternative energy, the fastest-growing source of energy in the world—and how we can use it to combat climate change. ➡ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/NatGeoSubscribe About National Geographic: National Geographic is the world's premium destination for science, exploration, and adventure. Through their world-class scientists, photographers, journalists, and filmmakers, Nat Geo gets you closer to the stories that matter and past the edge of what's possible. Get More National Geographic: Official Site: http://bit.ly/NatGeoOfficialSite Facebook: http://bit.ly/FBNatGeo Twitter: http://bit.ly/NatGeoTwitter Instagram: http://bit.ly/NatGeoInsta Select footage courtesy NASA https://svs.gsfc.nasa.gov/cgi-bin/details.cgi?aid=11056 Renewable Energy 101 | National Geographic https://youtu.be/1kUE0BZtTRc National Geographic https://www.youtube.com/natgeo
    • published: 21 Sep 2017
    • views: 136435
    The Problem With Renewable Energy (and how we're fixing it)
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    The Problem With Renewable Energy (and how we're fixing it)

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    • Updated: 18 Aug 2016
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    ( This isn't a sponsored video, but I am massively grateful to all the team at SSE! Go look: http://sse.com/whatwedo/ourprojectsandassets/ , and pull down the d...
    ( This isn't a sponsored video, but I am massively grateful to all the team at SSE! Go look: http://sse.com/whatwedo/ourprojectsandassets/ , and pull down the description for more. ) As the world switches to renewable energy - and we are switching - there's a problem you might not expect: balancing the grid. Rotational mass and system inertia are the things that keep your lights from flickering: and they only appear in big, old, traditional power stations. Here's why that's a problem, and how we're likely going to fix it. Thanks to all the team at SSE! FULL DISCLOSURE: This is not a sponsored video, no money has changed hands, and SSE did not have editorial control. But they did go out of their way to arrange access and support for me and my team, including giving us safety training for working at heights. I am incredibly grateful to all the team: Paul and Ed for arranging it all; Bob and Scott who helped us at the turbine; and Calum, Head of Operations, who was keeping an eye on safety throughout. GO LOOK AT SSE: http://sse.com/whatwedo/ourprojectsandassets/ http://sse.com/whatwedo/wholesale/ http://sse.com/griffin The drone footage is from Cyberhawk, http://www.thecyberhawk.com: they normally do turbine inspections and land surveying, so I'd like to thank them for getting some artistic shots for us too! And finally, my camera operator was Paul Curry, @cr3, who's written a more experiential post with photos for Buzzfeed: https://www.buzzfeed.com/paulcurry/we-are-both-big-fans-of-electricity I'm at http://tomscott.com on Twitter at http://twitter.com/tomscott on Facebook at http://facebook.com/tomscott and on Instagram and Snapchat as tomscottgo
    https://wn.com/The_Problem_With_Renewable_Energy_(And_How_We're_Fixing_It)
    ( This isn't a sponsored video, but I am massively grateful to all the team at SSE! Go look: http://sse.com/whatwedo/ourprojectsandassets/ , and pull down the description for more. ) As the world switches to renewable energy - and we are switching - there's a problem you might not expect: balancing the grid. Rotational mass and system inertia are the things that keep your lights from flickering: and they only appear in big, old, traditional power stations. Here's why that's a problem, and how we're likely going to fix it. Thanks to all the team at SSE! FULL DISCLOSURE: This is not a sponsored video, no money has changed hands, and SSE did not have editorial control. But they did go out of their way to arrange access and support for me and my team, including giving us safety training for working at heights. I am incredibly grateful to all the team: Paul and Ed for arranging it all; Bob and Scott who helped us at the turbine; and Calum, Head of Operations, who was keeping an eye on safety throughout. GO LOOK AT SSE: http://sse.com/whatwedo/ourprojectsandassets/ http://sse.com/whatwedo/wholesale/ http://sse.com/griffin The drone footage is from Cyberhawk, http://www.thecyberhawk.com: they normally do turbine inspections and land surveying, so I'd like to thank them for getting some artistic shots for us too! And finally, my camera operator was Paul Curry, @cr3, who's written a more experiential post with photos for Buzzfeed: https://www.buzzfeed.com/paulcurry/we-are-both-big-fans-of-electricity I'm at http://tomscott.com on Twitter at http://twitter.com/tomscott on Facebook at http://facebook.com/tomscott and on Instagram and Snapchat as tomscottgo
    • published: 18 Aug 2016
    • views: 742319
    StorEn Technologies - Enabling the Transition to Renewables
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    StorEn Technologies - Enabling the Transition to Renewables

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    • Updated: 20 Apr 2018
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    Energy storage can make the transition from fossil fuels to generation from renewable sources reality.
    Energy storage can make the transition from fossil fuels to generation from renewable sources reality.
    https://wn.com/Storen_Technologies_Enabling_The_Transition_To_Renewables
    Energy storage can make the transition from fossil fuels to generation from renewable sources reality.
    • published: 20 Apr 2018
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    Electricity Generation - Non Renewables (preview)
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    Electricity Generation - Non Renewables (preview)

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    • Updated: 02 Jul 2015
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    For complete DVD and to read more information on this title, please go to: http://www.pumpkin-interactive.co.uk/collections/science-and-psychology/products/ele...
    For complete DVD and to read more information on this title, please go to: http://www.pumpkin-interactive.co.uk/collections/science-and-psychology/products/electricity-generation-non-renewables Duration: 27 / Year 2015 / KS 3-5 Fossil Fuels and nuclear energy still account for over 60% of the UK's electricity generation and in some countries their use is even on the rise. As well as containing clear explanations and graphics to illustrate how energy from coal, gas and uranium is used to generate electricity, this resource explores the pros and cons of each fuel source. It includes debates around nuclear safety, fracking and carbon capture and storage. Used together with the "Electricity Generation: Renewables" DVD, it will provide students with a complete insight into current energy debates. Suggested exam board specification links: AQA GCSE Physics Unit P1.4 - Methods we use to generate electricity (In particular the subsection P1.4.1 - Generating Electricity) OCR GCSE 21st Century Science - Physics Module 3 - Sustainable Energy GCSE Gateway Science - Module P2 - Living for the Future (Energy Resources) Cambridge IGCSE Physics - 1.7 - Work Energy and Power (In particular the subject 1.7.2 - Energy Resources) Edexcel International GCSE Physics - Section 4 - Energy Resources and Energy Transfer GCSE Physics - Unit P1 Topic 5 - Generation and Transmission of Electricity
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    For complete DVD and to read more information on this title, please go to: http://www.pumpkin-interactive.co.uk/collections/science-and-psychology/products/electricity-generation-non-renewables Duration: 27 / Year 2015 / KS 3-5 Fossil Fuels and nuclear energy still account for over 60% of the UK's electricity generation and in some countries their use is even on the rise. As well as containing clear explanations and graphics to illustrate how energy from coal, gas and uranium is used to generate electricity, this resource explores the pros and cons of each fuel source. It includes debates around nuclear safety, fracking and carbon capture and storage. Used together with the "Electricity Generation: Renewables" DVD, it will provide students with a complete insight into current energy debates. Suggested exam board specification links: AQA GCSE Physics Unit P1.4 - Methods we use to generate electricity (In particular the subsection P1.4.1 - Generating Electricity) OCR GCSE 21st Century Science - Physics Module 3 - Sustainable Energy GCSE Gateway Science - Module P2 - Living for the Future (Energy Resources) Cambridge IGCSE Physics - 1.7 - Work Energy and Power (In particular the subject 1.7.2 - Energy Resources) Edexcel International GCSE Physics - Section 4 - Energy Resources and Energy Transfer GCSE Physics - Unit P1 Topic 5 - Generation and Transmission of Electricity
    • published: 02 Jul 2015
    • views: 148
    Africa's Clean ENERGY REVOLUTION: Future MEGAPROJECTS
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    Africa's Clean ENERGY REVOLUTION: Future MEGAPROJECTS

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    • Updated: 04 Apr 2017
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    Africa's population explosion presents humanity us with a once-in-our-species chance to make our fastest growing area leapfrog the dirty fuels of the past to in...
    Africa's population explosion presents humanity us with a once-in-our-species chance to make our fastest growing area leapfrog the dirty fuels of the past to instead embrace the renewable energy of the future. Subscribe to TDC: https://www.youtube.com/TheDailyConversation/ Video based on this article in Nature: http://www.nature.com/news/can-wind-and-solar-fuel-africa-s-future-1.20907 Video by Bryce Plank and Robin West Music: "Disturbances" by Matt Stewart-Evans: https://soundcloud.com/mattstewartevans https://www.facebook.com/Matthew.Stewart.Evans "Ambitions" by Glimpse: https://soundcloud.com/glimpse_official Script: The total population of Africa is projected to roughly quadruple to about four billion by 2100, driving the total global population past 11 billion. Producing all the energy that all these people will use could obliterate any efforts we’re now making to battle climate change. But Africa’s population explosion is also a tremendous opportunity, because all the power plants where all these people will get all their electricity from haven’t been built yet. This means humanity is now being presented with a once-in-the-lifetime-of-our-species shot to make our planet's fastest growing region leapfrog the dirty fuels of the past, to embrace a future of clean, renewable energy. This is how that optimistic vision of the future can become reality. The residents of Zambia don’t need any reminders that climate change threatens their way of life. The region is suffering its worst drought in 35 years, that’s big trouble for a country that gets nearly all of its power from the force of water passing through three hydroelectric dams. No water means no electricity, and no electricity means blackouts that have frequently brought commerce and productivity to a standstill, gutting the Zambian economy and causing many to lose their jobs. All across Africa, country are confronting the same problem: a constant lack-of-power. Sub Saharan Africa — all 910 million people — consume less electricity than the 4.8 million people of Alabama. Overall, more than half of all Africans have no access to electricity. But this is changing, thanks to the emergence of renewable energy. The cost of building larger-scale solar panel and wind turbine farms continues to plummet, making governments and utilities more likely to choose them over traditional sources like hydro, coal, nuclear or natural gas. As we saw with the water shortage in Zambia — or the nuclear meltdown a few years ago after the earthquake in Japan — power stations of the past are less reliable, more expensive, far worse for our environment, and slower to build. So this seems like a no-brainer, Africa needs to go green, baby! There’re just three problems. One, until now planners have lacked the necessary data to identify where to develop wind and solar projects that are socially equitable, have low-environmental impact, and are most cost-effective. This problem was recently tackled by a groundbreaking study of 21 countries that combined satellite and ground measurements with geospatial data on roads, towns, and existing power lines. It provides the first blueprint for where wind and solar projects should be built to maximize their effectiveness. The study also revealed Africa’s eye-opening, untapped potential for renewable energy generation. There are an estimated 550 million megawatts of potential solar and wind power spread across the continent, just waiting to be harvested. That’s 3,700 times as much electricity as Africa currently consumes. That’s so much extra energy, that Africa should aim to be powered 100% by renewables by 2050. It’s even possible for Africa to become a clean energy exporting superpower by sending its abundant surpluses of electricity to Europe; the Middle East, India and the rest of Asia; and even the Americas. Of course, this is dependent on overcoming the second major challenge: the continent’s completely inadequate power grid. Modernizing it to connect clean power stations with cities all over Africa will be a long-term megaproject costing tens of billions of dollars in the coming decades. For fast-growing urban areas — like Lagos, Cairo, Kinshasa, Mogadishu, and Johannesburg — uninterrupted electricity is critical for the emerging industries that will fuel economic growth and provide jobs for billions. On the other hand, most Africans currently live in small villages and towns, so their energy needs can be met by inexpensive solar and wind turbine systems that are located on-site, but are disconnected from the main grid. The challenge will be connecting cities — where more and more people are moving — with the mega-power stations that will often be built far away, in geographical sweet spots to maximize the amount of harvestable solar rays and wind gusts.
    https://wn.com/Africa's_Clean_Energy_Revolution_Future_Megaprojects
    Africa's population explosion presents humanity us with a once-in-our-species chance to make our fastest growing area leapfrog the dirty fuels of the past to instead embrace the renewable energy of the future. Subscribe to TDC: https://www.youtube.com/TheDailyConversation/ Video based on this article in Nature: http://www.nature.com/news/can-wind-and-solar-fuel-africa-s-future-1.20907 Video by Bryce Plank and Robin West Music: "Disturbances" by Matt Stewart-Evans: https://soundcloud.com/mattstewartevans https://www.facebook.com/Matthew.Stewart.Evans "Ambitions" by Glimpse: https://soundcloud.com/glimpse_official Script: The total population of Africa is projected to roughly quadruple to about four billion by 2100, driving the total global population past 11 billion. Producing all the energy that all these people will use could obliterate any efforts we’re now making to battle climate change. But Africa’s population explosion is also a tremendous opportunity, because all the power plants where all these people will get all their electricity from haven’t been built yet. This means humanity is now being presented with a once-in-the-lifetime-of-our-species shot to make our planet's fastest growing region leapfrog the dirty fuels of the past, to embrace a future of clean, renewable energy. This is how that optimistic vision of the future can become reality. The residents of Zambia don’t need any reminders that climate change threatens their way of life. The region is suffering its worst drought in 35 years, that’s big trouble for a country that gets nearly all of its power from the force of water passing through three hydroelectric dams. No water means no electricity, and no electricity means blackouts that have frequently brought commerce and productivity to a standstill, gutting the Zambian economy and causing many to lose their jobs. All across Africa, country are confronting the same problem: a constant lack-of-power. Sub Saharan Africa — all 910 million people — consume less electricity than the 4.8 million people of Alabama. Overall, more than half of all Africans have no access to electricity. But this is changing, thanks to the emergence of renewable energy. The cost of building larger-scale solar panel and wind turbine farms continues to plummet, making governments and utilities more likely to choose them over traditional sources like hydro, coal, nuclear or natural gas. As we saw with the water shortage in Zambia — or the nuclear meltdown a few years ago after the earthquake in Japan — power stations of the past are less reliable, more expensive, far worse for our environment, and slower to build. So this seems like a no-brainer, Africa needs to go green, baby! There’re just three problems. One, until now planners have lacked the necessary data to identify where to develop wind and solar projects that are socially equitable, have low-environmental impact, and are most cost-effective. This problem was recently tackled by a groundbreaking study of 21 countries that combined satellite and ground measurements with geospatial data on roads, towns, and existing power lines. It provides the first blueprint for where wind and solar projects should be built to maximize their effectiveness. The study also revealed Africa’s eye-opening, untapped potential for renewable energy generation. There are an estimated 550 million megawatts of potential solar and wind power spread across the continent, just waiting to be harvested. That’s 3,700 times as much electricity as Africa currently consumes. That’s so much extra energy, that Africa should aim to be powered 100% by renewables by 2050. It’s even possible for Africa to become a clean energy exporting superpower by sending its abundant surpluses of electricity to Europe; the Middle East, India and the rest of Asia; and even the Americas. Of course, this is dependent on overcoming the second major challenge: the continent’s completely inadequate power grid. Modernizing it to connect clean power stations with cities all over Africa will be a long-term megaproject costing tens of billions of dollars in the coming decades. For fast-growing urban areas — like Lagos, Cairo, Kinshasa, Mogadishu, and Johannesburg — uninterrupted electricity is critical for the emerging industries that will fuel economic growth and provide jobs for billions. On the other hand, most Africans currently live in small villages and towns, so their energy needs can be met by inexpensive solar and wind turbine systems that are located on-site, but are disconnected from the main grid. The challenge will be connecting cities — where more and more people are moving — with the mega-power stations that will often be built far away, in geographical sweet spots to maximize the amount of harvestable solar rays and wind gusts.
    • published: 04 Apr 2017
    • views: 83224
    Germany's Renewable Energy Revolution
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    Germany's Renewable Energy Revolution

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    • Updated: 11 Mar 2015
    • views: 136045
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    Germany Trade & Invest presents its short film about Germany’s Renewable Energy Revolution, the so called Energiewende (energy transition). Voices from science...
    Germany Trade & Invest presents its short film about Germany’s Renewable Energy Revolution, the so called Energiewende (energy transition). Voices from science, industry, and politics outline the achievements made so far, next steps, and the opportunities the energy transition offers. More: http://www.gtai.com/energy
    https://wn.com/Germany's_Renewable_Energy_Revolution
    Germany Trade & Invest presents its short film about Germany’s Renewable Energy Revolution, the so called Energiewende (energy transition). Voices from science, industry, and politics outline the achievements made so far, next steps, and the opportunities the energy transition offers. More: http://www.gtai.com/energy
    • published: 11 Mar 2015
    • views: 136045
    Eastern Renewable Generation Integration Study: Redefining What’s Possible for Renewable Energy
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    Eastern Renewable Generation Integration Study: Redefining What’s Possible for Renewable Energy

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    • Duration: 2:22
    • Updated: 14 Jun 2016
    • views: 4926
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    NREL project manager Aaron Bloom introduces NREL’s Eastern Renewable Generation Integration Study (ERGIS) and high-performance computing capabilities and new me...
    NREL project manager Aaron Bloom introduces NREL’s Eastern Renewable Generation Integration Study (ERGIS) and high-performance computing capabilities and new methodologies that allowed NREL to model operations of the Eastern Interconnection at unprecedented fidelity. ERGIS shows that the Eastern Interconnection can balance the variability and uncertainty of wind and solar photovoltaics at a 5-minute level, for one simulated year.
    https://wn.com/Eastern_Renewable_Generation_Integration_Study_Redefining_What’S_Possible_For_Renewable_Energy
    NREL project manager Aaron Bloom introduces NREL’s Eastern Renewable Generation Integration Study (ERGIS) and high-performance computing capabilities and new methodologies that allowed NREL to model operations of the Eastern Interconnection at unprecedented fidelity. ERGIS shows that the Eastern Interconnection can balance the variability and uncertainty of wind and solar photovoltaics at a 5-minute level, for one simulated year.
    • published: 14 Jun 2016
    • views: 4926
    Renewables To Match Coal Generation By 2040
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    Renewables To Match Coal Generation By 2040

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    • Duration: 1:07
    • Updated: 24 Oct 2017
    • views: 805
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    🔋 Solar Energy News | Renewables to match coal generation by 2040 Continue reading: http://asq.solar/2y1TPQZ by Darryn Van Hout | Switchee 🏭 By 2040, global p...
    🔋 Solar Energy News | Renewables to match coal generation by 2040 Continue reading: http://asq.solar/2y1TPQZ by Darryn Van Hout | Switchee 🏭 By 2040, global power generated by clean energy generation will match that of coal generation. That’s according to the latest international report provided by the US Energy Information Administration (EIA). The ‘International Energy Outlook 2017’ (IEO2017) reveals that coal generation will fall to a mere 31 percent of all energy generation by 2040. Alongside that, renewable energy production is expected to rise by an average of 2.8 percent annually to 31 percent. Solar and wind energy are projected to form two-thirds of all renewable additions in 2040. by Darryn Van Hout | Switchee™ https://www.switchee.com.au
    https://wn.com/Renewables_To_Match_Coal_Generation_By_2040
    🔋 Solar Energy News | Renewables to match coal generation by 2040 Continue reading: http://asq.solar/2y1TPQZ by Darryn Van Hout | Switchee 🏭 By 2040, global power generated by clean energy generation will match that of coal generation. That’s according to the latest international report provided by the US Energy Information Administration (EIA). The ‘International Energy Outlook 2017’ (IEO2017) reveals that coal generation will fall to a mere 31 percent of all energy generation by 2040. Alongside that, renewable energy production is expected to rise by an average of 2.8 percent annually to 31 percent. Solar and wind energy are projected to form two-thirds of all renewable additions in 2040. by Darryn Van Hout | Switchee™ https://www.switchee.com.au
    • published: 24 Oct 2017
    • views: 805
    Renewable energies: the return of biomass
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    Renewable energies: the return of biomass

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    • Duration: 40:33
    • Updated: 09 Jan 2015
    • views: 85861
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    Activate the subtitles in the player window, interviews are in French! For thousands of years biomass (organic matter) was the primary source of energy. Since ...
    Activate the subtitles in the player window, interviews are in French! For thousands of years biomass (organic matter) was the primary source of energy. Since the industrial revolution, the combustion of fossil fuels, accounting for 87% of today’s global energy package, has replaced biomass as the primary source. Yet issues surrounding energy and food production and sustainable development engender new perspectives on the production of bio-fuels, especially from by-products of agro-industry and forestry. Biomass, now supporting 10% of world energy consumption, could increase to provide 25% of global energy needs. This film combines figures, schematics, and interviews with professionals in the field (e.g. economist, farmer, mechanic, researcher, aircraft manufacturer...). The potential for biomass is evident, but its usage must be rational, optimized and adapted to local environments. A film by Gérard Goma (scientific advisor) and Mathias Fyferling
    https://wn.com/Renewable_Energies_The_Return_Of_Biomass
    Activate the subtitles in the player window, interviews are in French! For thousands of years biomass (organic matter) was the primary source of energy. Since the industrial revolution, the combustion of fossil fuels, accounting for 87% of today’s global energy package, has replaced biomass as the primary source. Yet issues surrounding energy and food production and sustainable development engender new perspectives on the production of bio-fuels, especially from by-products of agro-industry and forestry. Biomass, now supporting 10% of world energy consumption, could increase to provide 25% of global energy needs. This film combines figures, schematics, and interviews with professionals in the field (e.g. economist, farmer, mechanic, researcher, aircraft manufacturer...). The potential for biomass is evident, but its usage must be rational, optimized and adapted to local environments. A film by Gérard Goma (scientific advisor) and Mathias Fyferling
    • published: 09 Jan 2015
    • views: 85861
    Are electricity-generating floors the next big thing in renewables?
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    Are electricity-generating floors the next big thing in renewables?

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    • Duration: 2:53
    • Updated: 26 May 2015
    • views: 1367
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    Energy-generating floors pioneer Pavegen has launched a crowdfunding campaign at Crowdcube hoping to realize its dream of making floor energy as common as solar...
    Energy-generating floors pioneer Pavegen has launched a crowdfunding campaign at Crowdcube hoping to realize its dream of making floor energy as common as solar energy. The firm's founder and CEO Laurence Kemball-Cook believes that in a few years time, buying a floor that converts energy from footsteps into electricity will be a no-brainer (just think how much power your hyperactive kids could produce ...). Read more at http://eandt.theiet.org/
    https://wn.com/Are_Electricity_Generating_Floors_The_Next_Big_Thing_In_Renewables
    Energy-generating floors pioneer Pavegen has launched a crowdfunding campaign at Crowdcube hoping to realize its dream of making floor energy as common as solar energy. The firm's founder and CEO Laurence Kemball-Cook believes that in a few years time, buying a floor that converts energy from footsteps into electricity will be a no-brainer (just think how much power your hyperactive kids could produce ...). Read more at http://eandt.theiet.org/
    • published: 26 May 2015
    • views: 1367
    Giant Sea Snake Renewable Electricity Generation
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    Giant Sea Snake Renewable Electricity Generation

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    • Duration: 2:14
    • Updated: 22 Feb 2008
    • views: 309492
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    Huge Energy Producing Machine From Wave Power. See Powergen and E-on Website for more info. The following excerpt is from the e-on website: Site Statis...
    Huge Energy Producing Machine From Wave Power. See Powergen and E-on Website for more info. The following excerpt is from the e-on website: Site Statistics West Wave Location Wave Hub, 10 miles off Hayle on north coast of Cornwall Project scope Up to 7 Pelamis Wave Energy Converter Turbine height 120-150 metres long Total power Up to 5MW Status Pre-planning Why West Wave? The UK is well placed in terms of marine energy. There is significant wave resource around the country, some of the best in the world. It has been estimated that marine renewables could meet 15% to 20% of current UK electricity demand. E.ON is committed to helping build the UK's marine capabilities to harness the potential of our seas. West Wave will allow us to learn about wave energy developments and gain experience of the marine environment. The West Wave Project would: Supply enough electricity for up to 3,000 homes Displace around 11,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions per year Ocean Prospect We are developing West Wave jointly with Ocean Prospect, a subsidiary of Wind Prospect. Wave Hub West Wave will be located at Wave Hub which is being developed by the South West Regional Development Agency. Wave Hub is effectively an underwater "socket" providing the necessary infrastructure to connect West Wave and 3 similar wave energy projects to the electricity grid. A planning application for Wave Hub was submitted in June 2006 and deployment is expected in 2008/09. Pelamis West Wave will utilise Ocean Power Delivery's Pelamis Wave Energy Converter which is rated at 750kW. The Pelamis is 120-150 metres long, 3.5m in diameter and weighs approximately 750 tonnes. The video is downloadable from the e-on website http://www.eon-uk.com/generation/westwave.aspx They also have other renewable projects, details on the website. Please feel free to rate, comment, subscribe and post a video response.
    https://wn.com/Giant_Sea_Snake_Renewable_Electricity_Generation
    Huge Energy Producing Machine From Wave Power. See Powergen and E-on Website for more info. The following excerpt is from the e-on website: Site Statistics West Wave Location Wave Hub, 10 miles off Hayle on north coast of Cornwall Project scope Up to 7 Pelamis Wave Energy Converter Turbine height 120-150 metres long Total power Up to 5MW Status Pre-planning Why West Wave? The UK is well placed in terms of marine energy. There is significant wave resource around the country, some of the best in the world. It has been estimated that marine renewables could meet 15% to 20% of current UK electricity demand. E.ON is committed to helping build the UK's marine capabilities to harness the potential of our seas. West Wave will allow us to learn about wave energy developments and gain experience of the marine environment. The West Wave Project would: Supply enough electricity for up to 3,000 homes Displace around 11,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions per year Ocean Prospect We are developing West Wave jointly with Ocean Prospect, a subsidiary of Wind Prospect. Wave Hub West Wave will be located at Wave Hub which is being developed by the South West Regional Development Agency. Wave Hub is effectively an underwater "socket" providing the necessary infrastructure to connect West Wave and 3 similar wave energy projects to the electricity grid. A planning application for Wave Hub was submitted in June 2006 and deployment is expected in 2008/09. Pelamis West Wave will utilise Ocean Power Delivery's Pelamis Wave Energy Converter which is rated at 750kW. The Pelamis is 120-150 metres long, 3.5m in diameter and weighs approximately 750 tonnes. The video is downloadable from the e-on website http://www.eon-uk.com/generation/westwave.aspx They also have other renewable projects, details on the website. Please feel free to rate, comment, subscribe and post a video response.
    • published: 22 Feb 2008
    • views: 309492
    If Green Energy Is So Great, Why Aren't We Using It?
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    If Green Energy Is So Great, Why Aren't We Using It?

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    • Duration: 3:30
    • Updated: 16 Jan 2017
    • views: 323390
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    Green energy is getting better and cheaper, yet we still largely rely on fossil fuels. Why haven't we switched to solar and wind energy yet? Which Countries ...
    Green energy is getting better and cheaper, yet we still largely rely on fossil fuels. Why haven't we switched to solar and wind energy yet? Which Countries Will Be Underwater Due To Climate Change? - https://youtu.be/1ilC2ODaWSY Which Countries Run On 100% Renewable Energy? - https://youtu.be/SrmsQzRQPPw Sign Up For The Seeker Newsletter Here - http://bit.ly/1UO1PxI Read More: What Would Happen If We Burned All The Fossil Fuels On Earth? http://www.popsci.com/burning-all-fossil-fuels-could-raise-sea-levels-by-200-feet "A new study published today in Science Advances finds that if we burn all of the remaining fossil fuels on Earth, almost all of the ice in Antarctica will melt, potentially causing sea levels to rise by as much as 200 feet--enough to drown most major cities in the world." Who's Winning The Battle To Replace Coal? http://www.forbes.com/sites/thebakersinstitute/2016/05/17/whos-winning-the-battle-to-replace-coal/#e9dc97c6b09f "Coal is losing the battle for the electricity future in the United States. Investment in new coal-fired generating capacity has dried up with its share of electricity generation dropping from 53% in 2000 to 34% in 2015." Electricity in the United States http://www.eia.gov/energyexplained/index.cfm?page=electricity_in_the_United_States "In 2015, coal was used for about 33% of the 4 trillion kilowatthours of electricity generated in the United States. In addition to being burned to heat water for steam, natural gas can also be burned to produce hot combustion gases that pass directly through a natural gas turbine, spinning the turbine's blades to generate electricity." ____________________ DNews is dedicated to satisfying your curiosity and to bringing you mind-bending stories & perspectives you won't find anywhere else! New videos daily. Watch More DNews on Seeker http://www.seeker.com/show/dnews/ Subscribe now! http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=dnewschannel Seeker on Twitter http://twitter.com/seeker Trace Dominguez on Twitter https://twitter.com/tracedominguez DNews on Facebook https://facebook.com/DiscoveryNews DNews on Google+ https://plus.google.com/u/0/+dnews Seeker http://www.seeker.com/ Sign Up For The Seeker Newsletter Here: http://bit.ly/1UO1PxI Special thanks to Julian Huguet for hosting and writing this episode of DNews! Check Julian out on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jhug00
    https://wn.com/If_Green_Energy_Is_So_Great,_Why_Aren't_We_Using_It
    Green energy is getting better and cheaper, yet we still largely rely on fossil fuels. Why haven't we switched to solar and wind energy yet? Which Countries Will Be Underwater Due To Climate Change? - https://youtu.be/1ilC2ODaWSY Which Countries Run On 100% Renewable Energy? - https://youtu.be/SrmsQzRQPPw Sign Up For The Seeker Newsletter Here - http://bit.ly/1UO1PxI Read More: What Would Happen If We Burned All The Fossil Fuels On Earth? http://www.popsci.com/burning-all-fossil-fuels-could-raise-sea-levels-by-200-feet "A new study published today in Science Advances finds that if we burn all of the remaining fossil fuels on Earth, almost all of the ice in Antarctica will melt, potentially causing sea levels to rise by as much as 200 feet--enough to drown most major cities in the world." Who's Winning The Battle To Replace Coal? http://www.forbes.com/sites/thebakersinstitute/2016/05/17/whos-winning-the-battle-to-replace-coal/#e9dc97c6b09f "Coal is losing the battle for the electricity future in the United States. Investment in new coal-fired generating capacity has dried up with its share of electricity generation dropping from 53% in 2000 to 34% in 2015." Electricity in the United States http://www.eia.gov/energyexplained/index.cfm?page=electricity_in_the_United_States "In 2015, coal was used for about 33% of the 4 trillion kilowatthours of electricity generated in the United States. In addition to being burned to heat water for steam, natural gas can also be burned to produce hot combustion gases that pass directly through a natural gas turbine, spinning the turbine's blades to generate electricity." ____________________ DNews is dedicated to satisfying your curiosity and to bringing you mind-bending stories & perspectives you won't find anywhere else! New videos daily. Watch More DNews on Seeker http://www.seeker.com/show/dnews/ Subscribe now! http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=dnewschannel Seeker on Twitter http://twitter.com/seeker Trace Dominguez on Twitter https://twitter.com/tracedominguez DNews on Facebook https://facebook.com/DiscoveryNews DNews on Google+ https://plus.google.com/u/0/+dnews Seeker http://www.seeker.com/ Sign Up For The Seeker Newsletter Here: http://bit.ly/1UO1PxI Special thanks to Julian Huguet for hosting and writing this episode of DNews! Check Julian out on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jhug00
    • published: 16 Jan 2017
    • views: 323390
    Why 2016 Could Be a Turning Point the Energy Revolution
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    Why 2016 Could Be a Turning Point the Energy Revolution

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    • Duration: 3:01
    • Updated: 12 Nov 2015
    • views: 284094
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    Coal, nuclear, natural gas, renewables, and oil are all going head-to-head for dominance of the energy market - will we see a shift in the balance of power next...
    Coal, nuclear, natural gas, renewables, and oil are all going head-to-head for dominance of the energy market - will we see a shift in the balance of power next year? Bloomberg looks at energy trends to watch in 2016.
    https://wn.com/Why_2016_Could_Be_A_Turning_Point_The_Energy_Revolution
    Coal, nuclear, natural gas, renewables, and oil are all going head-to-head for dominance of the energy market - will we see a shift in the balance of power next year? Bloomberg looks at energy trends to watch in 2016.
    • published: 12 Nov 2015
    • views: 284094
    Steven Chu (Stanford University): Renewable Energy: Generation, Transmission and Storage
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    Steven Chu (Stanford University): Renewable Energy: Generation, Transmission and Storage

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    • Duration: 10:39
    • Updated: 31 May 2016
    • views: 3148
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    http://www.ibiology.org/ibiomagazine/renewable-energy-generation-transmission-storage.html Steven Chu walks us through the advances we’ve made and the challeng...
    http://www.ibiology.org/ibiomagazine/renewable-energy-generation-transmission-storage.html Steven Chu walks us through the advances we’ve made and the challenges we still face as we transition from a fossil fuel economy to one based on renewables such as wind and solar. He speaks of the need to develop lighter, cheaper, rapidly charging batteries to speed the transition to affordable, functional, electric vehicles. He also stresses the need to support research into technologies such as carbon recycling that would make energy production truly sustainable. Chu ends his talk by reminding us that the Earth is our home and we need to commit to caring for it. Speaker Biography: Steven Chu is Professor of Physics and Molecular & Cellular Physiology and the William R. Kenan, Jr., Professor of Humanities and Sciences at Stanford University. From 2009 to 2013, he served as US Secretary of Energy. At the time of his appointment to the Cabinet, he was a Professor of Physics and Molecular and Cell Biology at the University of California, Berkeley, and the Director of the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. Chu’s research focuses on the development and application of new optical nano-particles for the study of biological systems and organisms. He is also working with Prof. Yi Cui, Stanford, on next generation batteries for electric vehicles. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1997 for his work at Bell Labs on cooling and trapping of atoms with laser light. Learn more about Steven Chu at http://web.stanford.edu/group/chugroup/index.html
    https://wn.com/Steven_Chu_(Stanford_University)_Renewable_Energy_Generation,_Transmission_And_Storage
    http://www.ibiology.org/ibiomagazine/renewable-energy-generation-transmission-storage.html Steven Chu walks us through the advances we’ve made and the challenges we still face as we transition from a fossil fuel economy to one based on renewables such as wind and solar. He speaks of the need to develop lighter, cheaper, rapidly charging batteries to speed the transition to affordable, functional, electric vehicles. He also stresses the need to support research into technologies such as carbon recycling that would make energy production truly sustainable. Chu ends his talk by reminding us that the Earth is our home and we need to commit to caring for it. Speaker Biography: Steven Chu is Professor of Physics and Molecular & Cellular Physiology and the William R. Kenan, Jr., Professor of Humanities and Sciences at Stanford University. From 2009 to 2013, he served as US Secretary of Energy. At the time of his appointment to the Cabinet, he was a Professor of Physics and Molecular and Cell Biology at the University of California, Berkeley, and the Director of the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. Chu’s research focuses on the development and application of new optical nano-particles for the study of biological systems and organisms. He is also working with Prof. Yi Cui, Stanford, on next generation batteries for electric vehicles. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1997 for his work at Bell Labs on cooling and trapping of atoms with laser light. Learn more about Steven Chu at http://web.stanford.edu/group/chugroup/index.html
    • published: 31 May 2016
    • views: 3148
    Top 10 Energy Sources of the Future
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    Top 10 Energy Sources of the Future

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    • Duration: 13:12
    • Updated: 10 Sep 2014
    • views: 1182357
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    These are ten most promising alternative energy sources of tomorrow. It’s a really exciting time to be alive. We have a front row seat to the only known trans...
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    The CSIS Energy & National Security Program is pleased to invite you to a discussion on the outlook for the electric power sector and the future role of renewables. The U.S. electric power sector is in the midst of a transition. The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) and Bloomberg New Energy Finance (BNEF) both produce annual outlooks that assess long-term trends in renewable energy, which help understand the changes to this sector. Doug Arent and Wesley Cole will outline the scenarios developed by NREL. Ethan Zindler will summarize the key findings of the BNEF study published earlier this year. The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) tracks potential market trends to inform the electric sector analysis in the United States. With this data, NREL analyzes the current and future technology costs and performance for renewable and conventional electricity generation technologies. This includes market projections with a dozen possible scenarios created with NREL’s Regional Energy Deployment Systems (ReEDS) model. Bloomberg New Energy Finance annually publishes a long-term view on the projected evolution of the world’s power markets. New Energy Outlook uniquely assesses segments of the electricity system that are driving rapid market changes, grid system developments, and dynamic business models. The comprehensive assessment includes the costs of wind and solar technology, battery storage, electricity demand, and consumer dynamics.
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    The CSIS Energy & National Security Program is pleased to invite you to a discussion on the outlook for the electric power sector and the future role of renewables. The U.S. electric power sector is in the midst of a transition. The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) and Bloomberg New Energy Finance (BNEF) both produce annual outlooks that assess long-term trends in renewable energy, which help understand the changes to this sector. Doug Arent and Wesley Cole will outline the scenarios developed by NREL. Ethan Zindler will summarize the key findings of the BNEF study published earlier this year. The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) tracks potential market trends to inform the electric sector analysis in the United States. With this data, NREL analyzes the current and future technology costs and performance for renewable and conventional electricity generation technologies. This includes market projections with a dozen possible scenarios created with NREL’s Regional Energy Deployment Systems (ReEDS) model. Bloomberg New Energy Finance annually publishes a long-term view on the projected evolution of the world’s power markets. New Energy Outlook uniquely assesses segments of the electricity system that are driving rapid market changes, grid system developments, and dynamic business models. The comprehensive assessment includes the costs of wind and solar technology, battery storage, electricity demand, and consumer dynamics.
    • published: 21 Dec 2016
    • views: 2711
    Grid Storage for Renewables Integration
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    Grid Storage for Renewables Integration

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    • Updated: 07 Dec 2017
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    Kelly Warner – President, Advanced Microgrid Solutions Todd Strauss – Senior Director, PG&E Kate McGinnis – Market Director, AES Energy Storage Barry Cinnamon ...
    Kelly Warner – President, Advanced Microgrid Solutions Todd Strauss – Senior Director, PG&E Kate McGinnis – Market Director, AES Energy Storage Barry Cinnamon – CEO, Cinnamon Energy Systems Moderator: Jeff Byron, Band of Angels What will it take in terms of megawatts of energy storage and dollars to flatten the belly of the famous duck curve in California and meet the 2030 RPS goals? What storage solutions will prevail - customer-side, behind the meter or utility scale, in front of the meter,? What are the costs and benefits of each type of solution? In mid-May California broke a record on one day with 67% of its power being generated by renewable sources of electricity on the portion of the grid controlled by the CAISO. While this is a major achievement, sustaining this level of renewable power generation from a variety of sources is a challenge. California is a leader not only in renewable energy sources but also in energy storage. It has one of the country’s highest renewable portfolio standards requiring 50% of its energy generation to be powered by renewable resources by 2030. Currently at 27% of our electricity coming from renewable sources, we are ahead of our RPS goals of meeting 33% renewables by 2020. The electric grid is a complex system in which energy supply and demand must always match at any given time. Since renewable sources like wind and solar are subject to variability, energy storage helps to smooth out the differences between energy supply and demand. It stores excess energy when supply exceeds demand, and dispatches energy when demand exceeds supply. Today’s energy storage companies are going a step further by not only providing backup power to customers or the grid but also providing the ability to respond instantaneously to the utility grid needs. This combination of flexibility and ability to dispatch is a valuable asset. Until recently, the cost of energy storage has been prohibitive, but battery prices have been declining rapidly in recent years and are projected to continue to decline with technology improvements and manufacturing scale. Note: While other storage technologies are also being developed, this discussion will focus on chemical batteries, which are by far the most common.
    https://wn.com/Grid_Storage_For_Renewables_Integration
    Kelly Warner – President, Advanced Microgrid Solutions Todd Strauss – Senior Director, PG&E Kate McGinnis – Market Director, AES Energy Storage Barry Cinnamon – CEO, Cinnamon Energy Systems Moderator: Jeff Byron, Band of Angels What will it take in terms of megawatts of energy storage and dollars to flatten the belly of the famous duck curve in California and meet the 2030 RPS goals? What storage solutions will prevail - customer-side, behind the meter or utility scale, in front of the meter,? What are the costs and benefits of each type of solution? In mid-May California broke a record on one day with 67% of its power being generated by renewable sources of electricity on the portion of the grid controlled by the CAISO. While this is a major achievement, sustaining this level of renewable power generation from a variety of sources is a challenge. California is a leader not only in renewable energy sources but also in energy storage. It has one of the country’s highest renewable portfolio standards requiring 50% of its energy generation to be powered by renewable resources by 2030. Currently at 27% of our electricity coming from renewable sources, we are ahead of our RPS goals of meeting 33% renewables by 2020. The electric grid is a complex system in which energy supply and demand must always match at any given time. Since renewable sources like wind and solar are subject to variability, energy storage helps to smooth out the differences between energy supply and demand. It stores excess energy when supply exceeds demand, and dispatches energy when demand exceeds supply. Today’s energy storage companies are going a step further by not only providing backup power to customers or the grid but also providing the ability to respond instantaneously to the utility grid needs. This combination of flexibility and ability to dispatch is a valuable asset. Until recently, the cost of energy storage has been prohibitive, but battery prices have been declining rapidly in recent years and are projected to continue to decline with technology improvements and manufacturing scale. Note: While other storage technologies are also being developed, this discussion will focus on chemical batteries, which are by far the most common.
    • published: 07 Dec 2017
    • views: 3049
    What’s New in Renewables?
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    What’s New in Renewables?

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    • Duration: 25:14
    • Updated: 30 Nov 2017
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    The growth curves of wind and solar power are steep, as renewables spread quickly around the world. What can be done to drive even faster growth of these keysto...
    The growth curves of wind and solar power are steep, as renewables spread quickly around the world. What can be done to drive even faster growth of these keystone technologies? Irene Rummelhoff, E.V.P., New Energy Solutions, Statoil Mark Widmar, C.E.O., First Solar, Inc. In conversation with Keith Bradsher
    https://wn.com/What’S_New_In_Renewables
    The growth curves of wind and solar power are steep, as renewables spread quickly around the world. What can be done to drive even faster growth of these keystone technologies? Irene Rummelhoff, E.V.P., New Energy Solutions, Statoil Mark Widmar, C.E.O., First Solar, Inc. In conversation with Keith Bradsher
    • published: 30 Nov 2017
    • views: 1739
    Role of Analytics with Renewables, Distributed Generation and Electric Vehicles into the Grid
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    Role of Analytics with Renewables, Distributed Generation and Electric Vehicles into the Grid

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    • Duration: 54:06
    • Updated: 14 Jul 2016
    • views: 152
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    Utilities are facing increasing growth of intermittent renewables such as solar PV and wind into the grid. Over the past decade, the number of solar PV systems ...
    Utilities are facing increasing growth of intermittent renewables such as solar PV and wind into the grid. Over the past decade, the number of solar PV systems installed in the United States has grown from less than 10,000 to over 240,000 systems; representing nearly 6 GW of solar PV capacity. Growth in small-scale distributed generation located on the customer side of the meter is also on an upswing. This webcast will discuss ways in which metering, forecasting, smart analytics and consulting services can help utilities bring some order to the threatening chaos posed by these new resources.
    https://wn.com/Role_Of_Analytics_With_Renewables,_Distributed_Generation_And_Electric_Vehicles_Into_The_Grid
    Utilities are facing increasing growth of intermittent renewables such as solar PV and wind into the grid. Over the past decade, the number of solar PV systems installed in the United States has grown from less than 10,000 to over 240,000 systems; representing nearly 6 GW of solar PV capacity. Growth in small-scale distributed generation located on the customer side of the meter is also on an upswing. This webcast will discuss ways in which metering, forecasting, smart analytics and consulting services can help utilities bring some order to the threatening chaos posed by these new resources.
    • published: 14 Jul 2016
    • views: 152
    Renewable energies: the return of biomass
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    Renewable energies: the return of biomass

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    • Duration: 40:33
    • Updated: 09 Jan 2015
    • views: 85861
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    Activate the subtitles in the player window, interviews are in French! For thousands of years biomass (organic matter) was the primary source of energy. Since ...
    Activate the subtitles in the player window, interviews are in French! For thousands of years biomass (organic matter) was the primary source of energy. Since the industrial revolution, the combustion of fossil fuels, accounting for 87% of today’s global energy package, has replaced biomass as the primary source. Yet issues surrounding energy and food production and sustainable development engender new perspectives on the production of bio-fuels, especially from by-products of agro-industry and forestry. Biomass, now supporting 10% of world energy consumption, could increase to provide 25% of global energy needs. This film combines figures, schematics, and interviews with professionals in the field (e.g. economist, farmer, mechanic, researcher, aircraft manufacturer...). The potential for biomass is evident, but its usage must be rational, optimized and adapted to local environments. A film by Gérard Goma (scientific advisor) and Mathias Fyferling
    https://wn.com/Renewable_Energies_The_Return_Of_Biomass
    Activate the subtitles in the player window, interviews are in French! For thousands of years biomass (organic matter) was the primary source of energy. Since the industrial revolution, the combustion of fossil fuels, accounting for 87% of today’s global energy package, has replaced biomass as the primary source. Yet issues surrounding energy and food production and sustainable development engender new perspectives on the production of bio-fuels, especially from by-products of agro-industry and forestry. Biomass, now supporting 10% of world energy consumption, could increase to provide 25% of global energy needs. This film combines figures, schematics, and interviews with professionals in the field (e.g. economist, farmer, mechanic, researcher, aircraft manufacturer...). The potential for biomass is evident, but its usage must be rational, optimized and adapted to local environments. A film by Gérard Goma (scientific advisor) and Mathias Fyferling
    • published: 09 Jan 2015
    • views: 85861
    Brian Fladger of Wartsila Discusses Base Load Renewables and Flexible Generation
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    Brian Fladger of Wartsila Discusses Base Load Renewables and Flexible Generation

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    • Duration: 21:16
    • Updated: 02 Jan 2018
    • views: 77
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    Brian Fladger, Manager of Market Development at Wartsila Energy Solutions, discusses renewable energy as the new base load in the changing energy supply mix at ...
    Brian Fladger, Manager of Market Development at Wartsila Energy Solutions, discusses renewable energy as the new base load in the changing energy supply mix at the 2017 Ascend Analytics Summit.
    https://wn.com/Brian_Fladger_Of_Wartsila_Discusses_Base_Load_Renewables_And_Flexible_Generation
    Brian Fladger, Manager of Market Development at Wartsila Energy Solutions, discusses renewable energy as the new base load in the changing energy supply mix at the 2017 Ascend Analytics Summit.
    • published: 02 Jan 2018
    • views: 77
    i4energy: What's so good about the Smart Grid - A Look at Renewables
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    i4energy: What's so good about the Smart Grid - A Look at Renewables

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    • Duration: 56:40
    • Updated: 05 Nov 2010
    • views: 808
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    Lecture by: Terry Mohn, Chief Innovation Officer, Balance Energy Abstract: As serious environmental issues become part of dinner conversation, utilities are...
    Lecture by: Terry Mohn, Chief Innovation Officer, Balance Energy Abstract: As serious environmental issues become part of dinner conversation, utilities are faced with not only technology upgrades, but also dealing with new systemic impact that occur behind the meter. Adding renewable energy resources into distribution and transmission power systems can be accomplished through a smarter power grid when the integration includes a coordinated control strategy. Some call this the "microgrid" control strategy. Application of renewable resources will provide environmentally clean, and eventually, cost effective energy alternatives to the existing mix of electric generation assets. An even more interesting consideration is that integrating distributed energy resources (DER) will likely become the normal state, as siting transmission becomes more challenging. DER requires addressing facets of both the underlying analog-centric electrical power system and the nascent digital-centric information infrastructure. As smart grid develops, integration and optimization of grid control logic are areas that stand as key enablers to a rapid growth of renewable generation. This session focuses on the systematic disturbances occurring from variable generation sources and the connection issues that technology suppliers, as well as utilities, are facing in this new "renewable" future. Part of the Fall 2010 i4Energy Seminar Series. Live broadcast at: mms://media.citris.berkeley.edu/webcast Questions can be sent via Yahoo IM to username: citrisevents.
    https://wn.com/I4Energy_What's_So_Good_About_The_Smart_Grid_A_Look_At_Renewables
    Lecture by: Terry Mohn, Chief Innovation Officer, Balance Energy Abstract: As serious environmental issues become part of dinner conversation, utilities are faced with not only technology upgrades, but also dealing with new systemic impact that occur behind the meter. Adding renewable energy resources into distribution and transmission power systems can be accomplished through a smarter power grid when the integration includes a coordinated control strategy. Some call this the "microgrid" control strategy. Application of renewable resources will provide environmentally clean, and eventually, cost effective energy alternatives to the existing mix of electric generation assets. An even more interesting consideration is that integrating distributed energy resources (DER) will likely become the normal state, as siting transmission becomes more challenging. DER requires addressing facets of both the underlying analog-centric electrical power system and the nascent digital-centric information infrastructure. As smart grid develops, integration and optimization of grid control logic are areas that stand as key enablers to a rapid growth of renewable generation. This session focuses on the systematic disturbances occurring from variable generation sources and the connection issues that technology suppliers, as well as utilities, are facing in this new "renewable" future. Part of the Fall 2010 i4Energy Seminar Series. Live broadcast at: mms://media.citris.berkeley.edu/webcast Questions can be sent via Yahoo IM to username: citrisevents.
    • published: 05 Nov 2010
    • views: 808
    ETS16: A New Generation of Renewables
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    ETS16: A New Generation of Renewables

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    • Updated: 24 Jun 2016
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    @ETS16 Core generation portfolios are changing for utilities, and policies are ensuring that larger amounts of renewables will be incorporated across utility ge...
    @ETS16 Core generation portfolios are changing for utilities, and policies are ensuring that larger amounts of renewables will be incorporated across utility generation fleets for years to come. And yet, 25% of new purchase power agreements (PPAs) have come from corporations and impact investment funds in the last year. This session will address: How do these new economics of renewables gel across business models, technology and policy in this rapidly changing landscape? MODERATOR Edward Klump Thought Leaders Andrew T. Gonzales Robert Scheuermann Khalil Shalabi About ETS16 There is no better place than Zpryme’s flagship ETS16 to debate the state and future of energy. Our looking glass begins and ends with the stories of real people around the globe influencing the grand energy transition. Learn more at: www.ets16.com
    https://wn.com/Ets16_A_New_Generation_Of_Renewables
    @ETS16 Core generation portfolios are changing for utilities, and policies are ensuring that larger amounts of renewables will be incorporated across utility generation fleets for years to come. And yet, 25% of new purchase power agreements (PPAs) have come from corporations and impact investment funds in the last year. This session will address: How do these new economics of renewables gel across business models, technology and policy in this rapidly changing landscape? MODERATOR Edward Klump Thought Leaders Andrew T. Gonzales Robert Scheuermann Khalil Shalabi About ETS16 There is no better place than Zpryme’s flagship ETS16 to debate the state and future of energy. Our looking glass begins and ends with the stories of real people around the globe influencing the grand energy transition. Learn more at: www.ets16.com
    • published: 24 Jun 2016
    • views: 51
    Democratizing Power: Fossil Fuels to 100% Renewables
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    Democratizing Power: Fossil Fuels to 100% Renewables

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    • Duration: 58:01
    • Updated: 22 Feb 2016
    • views: 497
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    (Visit: http://www.uctv.tv/) Rinaldo S. Brutoco is a successful entrepreneur, executive, author and futurist and the Founding President of the World Business Ac...
    (Visit: http://www.uctv.tv/) Rinaldo S. Brutoco is a successful entrepreneur, executive, author and futurist and the Founding President of the World Business Academy. He looks at the role and responsibility of business in relation to the critical moral, environmental and social concerns of the day especially moving away from fossil fuels to renewable sources of energy. Recorded on 12/01/2015. Series: "Walter H. Capps Center Series" [2/2016] [Science] [Show ID: 30475]
    https://wn.com/Democratizing_Power_Fossil_Fuels_To_100_Renewables
    (Visit: http://www.uctv.tv/) Rinaldo S. Brutoco is a successful entrepreneur, executive, author and futurist and the Founding President of the World Business Academy. He looks at the role and responsibility of business in relation to the critical moral, environmental and social concerns of the day especially moving away from fossil fuels to renewable sources of energy. Recorded on 12/01/2015. Series: "Walter H. Capps Center Series" [2/2016] [Science] [Show ID: 30475]
    • published: 22 Feb 2016
    • views: 497
    Electricity and Renewables 101
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    Electricity and Renewables 101

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    • Duration: 38:08
    • Updated: 23 Aug 2016
    • views: 1357
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    Electricity is a vital form of energy, which is essential for everyday life. At the same time, 40% of energy-related CO2 emissions come from electricity generat...
    Electricity is a vital form of energy, which is essential for everyday life. At the same time, 40% of energy-related CO2 emissions come from electricity generation, which is one of the factors behind the increase in renewable generation. Electricity will play and ever more important role in the future, but their measurement can be challenging with more distributed connections. This webinar will provide participants the opportunity to understand basic concepts of statistics for electricity and renewables, convey production and transformation for fuel use.
    https://wn.com/Electricity_And_Renewables_101
    Electricity is a vital form of energy, which is essential for everyday life. At the same time, 40% of energy-related CO2 emissions come from electricity generation, which is one of the factors behind the increase in renewable generation. Electricity will play and ever more important role in the future, but their measurement can be challenging with more distributed connections. This webinar will provide participants the opportunity to understand basic concepts of statistics for electricity and renewables, convey production and transformation for fuel use.
    • published: 23 Aug 2016
    • views: 1357
    Renewables Based Hydrogen Generation for Energy Storage Projects in Nothern Germany
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    Renewables Based Hydrogen Generation for Energy Storage Projects in Nothern Germany

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    • Duration: 25:09
    • Updated: 18 Apr 2013
    • views: 748
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    BeBa H2 Speichersysteme GmbH & Co. KG Group Exhibit Hydrogen + Fuel Cells, HANNOVER MESSE 2013 Topic: Renewables Based Hydrogen Generation for Energy Storage P...
    BeBa H2 Speichersysteme GmbH & Co. KG Group Exhibit Hydrogen + Fuel Cells, HANNOVER MESSE 2013 Topic: Renewables Based Hydrogen Generation for Energy Storage Projects in Nothern Germany Speaker: Hans Jörg Vock, Managing Director Date: April 12, 10:00 am
    https://wn.com/Renewables_Based_Hydrogen_Generation_For_Energy_Storage_Projects_In_Nothern_Germany
    BeBa H2 Speichersysteme GmbH & Co. KG Group Exhibit Hydrogen + Fuel Cells, HANNOVER MESSE 2013 Topic: Renewables Based Hydrogen Generation for Energy Storage Projects in Nothern Germany Speaker: Hans Jörg Vock, Managing Director Date: April 12, 10:00 am
    • published: 18 Apr 2013
    • views: 748
    James Hansen & Michael Shellenberger: Nuclear Power? Are Renewables Enough?
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    James Hansen & Michael Shellenberger: Nuclear Power? Are Renewables Enough?

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    • Duration: 24:12
    • Updated: 16 Nov 2017
    • views: 5317
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    Climate Matters - In this show from COP-23, James Hansen and Michael Shellenberger present a compelling case for re-evaluating the role that a modern generation...
    Climate Matters - In this show from COP-23, James Hansen and Michael Shellenberger present a compelling case for re-evaluating the role that a modern generation of nuclear power must play in the world's energy mix if we are to avert a climate catastrophe of immense proportions. Be prepared to have some of your own personal fears and biases challenged in what will may be to you a controversial presentation.
    https://wn.com/James_Hansen_Michael_Shellenberger_Nuclear_Power_Are_Renewables_Enough
    Climate Matters - In this show from COP-23, James Hansen and Michael Shellenberger present a compelling case for re-evaluating the role that a modern generation of nuclear power must play in the world's energy mix if we are to avert a climate catastrophe of immense proportions. Be prepared to have some of your own personal fears and biases challenged in what will may be to you a controversial presentation.
    • published: 16 Nov 2017
    • views: 5317
    IEA's Renewable Energy Market Report 2017
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    IEA's Renewable Energy Market Report 2017

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    • Duration: 1:31:43
    • Updated: 12 Oct 2017
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    The CSIS Energy and National Security Program is pleased to host Heymi Bahar, Project Manager of the Renewable Energy Division at the International Energy Agenc...
    The CSIS Energy and National Security Program is pleased to host Heymi Bahar, Project Manager of the Renewable Energy Division at the International Energy Agency (IEA), for a presentation of the IEA's Renewable Energy Market Report 2017 (formerly titled Medium-Term Renewables Market Report). The report provides a detailed market analysis and overview of renewable electricity capacity and generation, biofuels production, and heat consumption, as well as a forecast for the period between 2017 and 2022. This year's report also assesses the off-grid solar market in Africa and developing Asia and the contribution of electric vehicles to renewable road transport. Additionally, the Renewable Energy Market Report 2017 identifies a set of policy improvements in key markets that could accelerate the growth of renewables in the electricity sector as well as transport biofuels, necessary in all sectors for increased decarbonisation on track with long-term climate goals.
    https://wn.com/Iea's_Renewable_Energy_Market_Report_2017
    The CSIS Energy and National Security Program is pleased to host Heymi Bahar, Project Manager of the Renewable Energy Division at the International Energy Agency (IEA), for a presentation of the IEA's Renewable Energy Market Report 2017 (formerly titled Medium-Term Renewables Market Report). The report provides a detailed market analysis and overview of renewable electricity capacity and generation, biofuels production, and heat consumption, as well as a forecast for the period between 2017 and 2022. This year's report also assesses the off-grid solar market in Africa and developing Asia and the contribution of electric vehicles to renewable road transport. Additionally, the Renewable Energy Market Report 2017 identifies a set of policy improvements in key markets that could accelerate the growth of renewables in the electricity sector as well as transport biofuels, necessary in all sectors for increased decarbonisation on track with long-term climate goals.
    • published: 12 Oct 2017
    • views: 2080
    Simulation and Visualization of Power Grid Operations with High Renewable Penetration
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    Simulation and Visualization of Power Grid Operations with High Renewable Penetration

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    • Duration: 27:42
    • Updated: 03 Sep 2014
    • views: 1849
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    Thomas Overbye gives an overview on energy, touching on energy sources, source generation locations in the US and the Power Grid while also giving a brief descr...
    Thomas Overbye gives an overview on energy, touching on energy sources, source generation locations in the US and the Power Grid while also giving a brief description of his research for GCEP. He is a Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
    https://wn.com/Simulation_And_Visualization_Of_Power_Grid_Operations_With_High_Renewable_Penetration
    Thomas Overbye gives an overview on energy, touching on energy sources, source generation locations in the US and the Power Grid while also giving a brief description of his research for GCEP. He is a Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
    • published: 03 Sep 2014
    • views: 1849
    From Marginal to Mainstream – the Unexpected Impacts of Renewables and Distributed Energy Resources
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    From Marginal to Mainstream – the Unexpected Impacts of Renewables and Distributed Energy Resources

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    • Duration: 1:39:36
    • Updated: 10 Feb 2016
    • views: 45
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    https://wn.com/From_Marginal_To_Mainstream_–_The_Unexpected_Impacts_Of_Renewables_And_Distributed_Energy_Resources

    • published: 10 Feb 2016
    • views: 45
    System Operation: Integrating Renewables
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    System Operation: Integrating Renewables

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    • Duration: 43:45
    • Updated: 05 Sep 2015
    • views: 960
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    This course deals with the integration of renewable energies into the existing power system. It starts with the general context, i.e. different types of renewab...
    This course deals with the integration of renewable energies into the existing power system. It starts with the general context, i.e. different types of renewable energies, their increasing pen-etration in recent years and the voltage levels at which they are connected. Furthermore, the fundamentals encompass the prevalent generation and load management, both for covering the electricity demand and for providing ancillary services. Subsequently, this course takes a more profound look at the potential of renewable energies to substitute conventional genera-tion at the provision of energy and ancillary services in the future.
    https://wn.com/System_Operation_Integrating_Renewables
    This course deals with the integration of renewable energies into the existing power system. It starts with the general context, i.e. different types of renewable energies, their increasing pen-etration in recent years and the voltage levels at which they are connected. Furthermore, the fundamentals encompass the prevalent generation and load management, both for covering the electricity demand and for providing ancillary services. Subsequently, this course takes a more profound look at the potential of renewable energies to substitute conventional genera-tion at the provision of energy and ancillary services in the future.
    • published: 05 Sep 2015
    • views: 960
    Webinar: Renewables in the UAE: analysis of emerging opportunities
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    Webinar: Renewables in the UAE: analysis of emerging opportunities

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    • Duration: 56:08
    • Updated: 24 Jan 2018
    • views: 93
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    Sign up for upcoming webinars at http://atainsights.com/upcoming-webinars/ The UAE plans to invest $150 billion in clean energy by 2050, growing the share of ...
    Sign up for upcoming webinars at http://atainsights.com/upcoming-webinars/ The UAE plans to invest $150 billion in clean energy by 2050, growing the share of renewables to 75% of the energy mix whilst saving the country $192 billion by reducing its dependency on subsidized natural gas for power generation.
    https://wn.com/Webinar_Renewables_In_The_Uae_Analysis_Of_Emerging_Opportunities
    Sign up for upcoming webinars at http://atainsights.com/upcoming-webinars/ The UAE plans to invest $150 billion in clean energy by 2050, growing the share of renewables to 75% of the energy mix whilst saving the country $192 billion by reducing its dependency on subsidized natural gas for power generation.
    • published: 24 Jan 2018
    • views: 93
    2016 ENERGY FOR TOMORROW - Ramping up Renewables
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    2016 ENERGY FOR TOMORROW - Ramping up Renewables

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    • Duration: 28:59
    • Updated: 04 Nov 2016
    • views: 346
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    In 2015, 50% of the generation capacity built worldwide was renewable and the lowest ever prices were heralded for wind and PV. Innovation and economies of scal...
    In 2015, 50% of the generation capacity built worldwide was renewable and the lowest ever prices were heralded for wind and PV. Innovation and economies of scale are driving costs down, but 2016 has also seen lower prices for all fossil fuels. What factors can ensure renewables remain competitively priced and continue to grow at the rate needed to impact emissions? Are policies and incentives crucial, or can corporate purchase and competition between suppliers provide sufficient stimulus? Michael Lewis, C.E.O., E.ON Climate & Renewables Dana Younger, Chief Renewable Energy Specialist, International Finance Corporation Bill Weihl, Director of Sustainability, Facebook Moderator: Katrin Bennhold, Staff Correspondent, The New York Times
    https://wn.com/2016_Energy_For_Tomorrow_Ramping_Up_Renewables
    In 2015, 50% of the generation capacity built worldwide was renewable and the lowest ever prices were heralded for wind and PV. Innovation and economies of scale are driving costs down, but 2016 has also seen lower prices for all fossil fuels. What factors can ensure renewables remain competitively priced and continue to grow at the rate needed to impact emissions? Are policies and incentives crucial, or can corporate purchase and competition between suppliers provide sufficient stimulus? Michael Lewis, C.E.O., E.ON Climate & Renewables Dana Younger, Chief Renewable Energy Specialist, International Finance Corporation Bill Weihl, Director of Sustainability, Facebook Moderator: Katrin Bennhold, Staff Correspondent, The New York Times
    • published: 04 Nov 2016
    • views: 346
    Bonn Lecture Series: The True Costs of Renewables
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    Bonn Lecture Series: The True Costs of Renewables

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    • Duration: 1:30:07
    • Updated: 30 Jan 2018
    • views: 174
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    25 January 2018 Up-to-date insights into the competitiveness trends of renewable power generation costs have be-come an indispensable tool in navigating the ra...
    25 January 2018 Up-to-date insights into the competitiveness trends of renewable power generation costs have be-come an indispensable tool in navigating the rapidly evolving energy landscape. IRENA’s cost data and analysis allow for tailored policy recommendations of sector and market needs and the identification of priority areas for policy implementation. IRENA’s costing analysis leverages a database of more than 15 000 renewable energy projects, coupled with a database on Power Purchasing Agreements of more than 5000 projects. With solar and wind power costs falling, sometimes rapidly, up-to-date current cost data and projections provide the compass and map necessary for Governments to plot a least-cost path for their energy transition. IRENA has analysed solar and wind cost reduction potential and has produced an updated analysis on the onshore wind learning curve and regional competitiveness analysis for solar PV through the PV Parity Indicators analysis framework. This lecture covers most aspects of IRENA’s work related to costs and shares an outlook on future competitiveness of key renewable energy technologies. It also provides preliminary results of IRENA’s upcoming analysis for a report that examines in detail current and projected costs and performance of battery electricity storage technologies to 2030.
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    25 January 2018 Up-to-date insights into the competitiveness trends of renewable power generation costs have be-come an indispensable tool in navigating the rapidly evolving energy landscape. IRENA’s cost data and analysis allow for tailored policy recommendations of sector and market needs and the identification of priority areas for policy implementation. IRENA’s costing analysis leverages a database of more than 15 000 renewable energy projects, coupled with a database on Power Purchasing Agreements of more than 5000 projects. With solar and wind power costs falling, sometimes rapidly, up-to-date current cost data and projections provide the compass and map necessary for Governments to plot a least-cost path for their energy transition. IRENA has analysed solar and wind cost reduction potential and has produced an updated analysis on the onshore wind learning curve and regional competitiveness analysis for solar PV through the PV Parity Indicators analysis framework. This lecture covers most aspects of IRENA’s work related to costs and shares an outlook on future competitiveness of key renewable energy technologies. It also provides preliminary results of IRENA’s upcoming analysis for a report that examines in detail current and projected costs and performance of battery electricity storage technologies to 2030.
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    Why Storage is Key for a Renewable Energy Future
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    The Colorado Renewable Energy Society presents: Ken Regelson & Rhonda Peters: The GRID needs a BATTERY - Why Storage is Key to a Clean Renewable Energy Economy ...
    The Colorado Renewable Energy Society presents: Ken Regelson & Rhonda Peters: The GRID needs a BATTERY - Why Storage is Key to a Clean Renewable Energy Economy Batteries hold the key to a power grid based on clean renewable energy sources but they can do a lot more than most of us know. Learn why we can be optimistic that remaining hurdles in policy, technology and cost will soon be overcome. Rhonda Peters, PhD, is an energy engineer and Principal at InterTran Energy Consulting. Her background is in the wind industry. Ken Regelson is an electrical engineer and consultant focussed on accelerating the move to a sustainable energy future. He is online at EnergyShouldBe.org Organized by the Jeffco chapter of the Colorado Renewable Energy Society. Contact: jcres@cres-energy.org. cres-energy.org. CRES features several local monthly speaker series throughout the state, provides speakers, experts, workshops and weighs in on state energy policy. Note: Under the video, click on "...More" to get access to a running transcript. Filmed and edited by Martin Voelker, CRES.
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    The Colorado Renewable Energy Society presents: Ken Regelson & Rhonda Peters: The GRID needs a BATTERY - Why Storage is Key to a Clean Renewable Energy Economy Batteries hold the key to a power grid based on clean renewable energy sources but they can do a lot more than most of us know. Learn why we can be optimistic that remaining hurdles in policy, technology and cost will soon be overcome. Rhonda Peters, PhD, is an energy engineer and Principal at InterTran Energy Consulting. Her background is in the wind industry. Ken Regelson is an electrical engineer and consultant focussed on accelerating the move to a sustainable energy future. He is online at EnergyShouldBe.org Organized by the Jeffco chapter of the Colorado Renewable Energy Society. Contact: jcres@cres-energy.org. cres-energy.org. CRES features several local monthly speaker series throughout the state, provides speakers, experts, workshops and weighs in on state energy policy. Note: Under the video, click on "...More" to get access to a running transcript. Filmed and edited by Martin Voelker, CRES.
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        The Future of Power Generation A New Era for Renewables
        The CSIS Energy & National Security Program is pleased to invite you to a discussion on th...
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        The CSIS Energy & National Security Program is pleased to invite you to a discussion on the outlook for the electric power sector and the future role of renewables. The U.S. electric power sector is in the midst of a transition. The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) and Bloomberg New Energy Finance (BNEF) both produce annual outlooks that assess long-term trends in renewable energy, which help understand the changes to this sector. Doug Arent and Wesley Cole will outline the scenarios developed by NREL. Ethan Zindler will summarize the key findings of the BNEF study published earlier this year. The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) tracks potential market trends to inform the electric sector analysis in the United States. With this data, NREL analyzes the current and future technology costs and performance for renewable and conventional electricity generation technologies. This includes market projections with a dozen possible scenarios created with NREL’s Regional Energy Deployment Systems (ReEDS) model. Bloomberg New Energy Finance annually publishes a long-term view on the projected evolution of the world’s power markets. New Energy Outlook uniquely assesses segments of the electricity system that are driving rapid market changes, grid system developments, and dynamic business models. The comprehensive assessment includes the costs of wind and solar technology, battery storage, electricity demand, and consumer dynamics.
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        Which Power Source Is Most Efficient?
        Australian researchers just unveiled the most efficient solar panels ever. How efficient a...
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        Australian researchers just unveiled the most efficient solar panels ever. How efficient are they, and what is the most efficient source of energy? Get 15% off http://www.domain.com's s domain names and web hosting when you use coupon code DNEWS at checkout! Read More: In world first -- UNSW researchers convert sunlight to electricity with over 40 percent efficiency http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2014-12/uons-iwf120514.php "UNSW Australia's solar researchers have converted over 40% of the sunlight hitting a solar system into electricity, the highest efficiency ever reported." New world record for solar cell efficiency at 46% French-German cooperation confirms competitive advantages of European photovoltaic industry http://www.ise.fraunhofer.de/en/press-and-media/press-releases/press-releases-2014/new-world-record-for-solar-cell-efficiency-at-46-percent "A new world record for the direct conversion of sunlight into electricity has been established." Australia develops world's most efficient solar panels http://rt.com/business/212383-australia-record-solar-energy/ "?Australian researchers have developed a new method of using commercial solar panels that converts more electricity from sunlight than ever before." What is the efficiency of different types of power plants? http://www.eia.gov/tools/faqs/faq.cfm?id=107&t=3 "One measure of the efficiency of a power plant that converts a fuel into heat and into electricity is the heat rate." Improving Efficiencies http://www.worldcoal.org/coal-the-environment/coal-use-the-environment/improving-efficiencies/ "Improving efficiency levels increases the amount of energy that can be extracted from a single unit of coal." The Most Common Electricity Sources in the U.S. http://pureenergies.com/us/blog/the-most-common-electricity-sources-in-the-u-s/ "Though renewable energy is growing fast, the U.S. still gets the vast majority of its power from conventional power plants." Increasing the Efficiency of Existing Coal-Fired Power Plants http://www.fas.org/sgp/crs/misc/R43343.pdf "Coal has long been the major fossil fuel used to produce electricity." Coal Will Survive as Efficient Power Plants Boost Demand http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2014-06-02/coal-seen-surving-as-efficient-power-plants-boost-demand.html "President Barack Obama's plan to reduce greenhouse-gas emissions left coal with a future even as the industry accuses him of trying to make the fuel obsolete." How Do Wind Turbines Work? http://energy.gov/eere/wind/how-do-wind-turbines-work "So how do wind turbines make electricity?" Screwy-looking wind turbine makes little noise and a big claim http://www.gizmag.com/the-archimedes-liam-f1-urban-wind-turbine/32263/ "Although it's getting increasingly common to see solar panels on the roofs of homes, household wind turbines are still a fairly rare sight." Betz's law http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Betz%27s_law Wind Energy More Energy Efficient than Fossil Fuels http://cleantechnica.com/2012/07/18/wind-energy-energy-efficient-fossil-fuels-uk/ "Here's something that may surprise you. Wind energy is more efficient than carbon-based fuels." Wind Energy's Shadow: Turbines Drag Down Power Potential http://news.nationalgeographic.com/news/energy/2013/05/130516-wind-energy-shadow-effect/ "As seemingly limitless as the air that swirls around us, wind has proven to be the world's fastest-growing source of renewable energy." Advanced Nuclear Power Reactors http://www.world-nuclear.org/info/Nuclear-Fuel-Cycle/Power-Reactors/Advanced-Nuclear-Power-Reactors/ "The nuclear power industry has been developing and improving reactor technology for more than five decades and is starting to build the next generation of nuclear power reactors to fill new orders." Hydroelectric Power http://www.mpoweruk.com/hydro_power.htm "Hydro-electric power, using the potential energy of rivers, now supplies 17.5% of the world's electricity (99% in Norway, 57% in Canada, 55% in Switzerland, 40% in Sweden, 7% in USA)." Hydroelectric Power http://www.usbr.gov/power/edu/pamphlet.pdf "It's a form of energy ... a renewable resource." ____________________ DNews is dedicated to satisfying your curiosity and to bringing you mind-bending stories & perspectives you won't find anywhere else! New videos twice daily. Watch More DNews on TestTube http://testtube.com/dnews Subscribe now! http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=dnewschannel DNews on Twitter http://twitter.com/dnews Trace Dominguez on Twitter https://twitter.com/tracedominguez Tara Long on Twitter https://twitter.com/TaraLongest DNews on Facebook https://facebook.com/DiscoveryNews DNews on Google+ http://gplus.to/dnews Discovery News http://discoverynews.com Download the TestTube App: http://testu.be/1ndmmMq
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        Grid Storage for Renewables Integration
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        Kelly Warner – President, Advanced Microgrid Solutions Todd Strauss – Senior Director, PG&E Kate McGinnis – Market Director, AES Energy Storage Barry Cinnamon – CEO, Cinnamon Energy Systems Moderator: Jeff Byron, Band of Angels What will it take in terms of megawatts of energy storage and dollars to flatten the belly of the famous duck curve in California and meet the 2030 RPS goals? What storage solutions will prevail - customer-side, behind the meter or utility scale, in front of the meter,? What are the costs and benefits of each type of solution? In mid-May California broke a record on one day with 67% of its power being generated by renewable sources of electricity on the portion of the grid controlled by the CAISO. While this is a major achievement, sustaining this level of renewable power generation from a variety of sources is a challenge. California is a leader not only in renewable energy sources but also in energy storage. It has one of the country’s highest renewable portfolio standards requiring 50% of its energy generation to be powered by renewable resources by 2030. Currently at 27% of our electricity coming from renewable sources, we are ahead of our RPS goals of meeting 33% renewables by 2020. The electric grid is a complex system in which energy supply and demand must always match at any given time. Since renewable sources like wind and solar are subject to variability, energy storage helps to smooth out the differences between energy supply and demand. It stores excess energy when supply exceeds demand, and dispatches energy when demand exceeds supply. Today’s energy storage companies are going a step further by not only providing backup power to customers or the grid but also providing the ability to respond instantaneously to the utility grid needs. This combination of flexibility and ability to dispatch is a valuable asset. Until recently, the cost of energy storage has been prohibitive, but battery prices have been declining rapidly in recent years and are projected to continue to decline with technology improvements and manufacturing scale. Note: While other storage technologies are also being developed, this discussion will focus on chemical batteries, which are by far the most common.
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        Can A City Run On 100% Renewable Energy?
        In 2014 Burlington, Vermont became the first city in the United States to run on 100% Rene...
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        In 2014 Burlington, Vermont became the first city in the United States to run on 100% Renewable Energy. But how do they actually do it? What’s their secret? Thanks to Miguel Franco for helping to make this episode possible https://www.youtube.com/user/marioofsevenstars Special Thanks To: Neile Lunderville, Miro Weinberger, Mike Kanarick, Dave MacDonnell, Jon Clark and the Burlington Electric Department https://www.burlingtonelectric.com/ ►Subscribe: http://youtube.com/thegoodstuff ►Let us know what you think of our show!: http://bit.ly/1UO0hBN ►Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thegoodstuff ►Follow us on Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/goodstuffshow ►Follow us on instagram: goodstuffshow ►Like us on facebook: http://www.facebook.com/thegoodstuffshow Digital street team: http://goodstuffshow.com/digitalstreetteam Sign up for our mailing list: http://eepurl.com/bnSOcH The Good Stuff is a proud member of the PBS Digital Studios family __________________________________________________________________ Music by: Amarante http://www.amarantemusic.com/ Driftless Pony Club http://www.driftlessponyclub.com/ Whirm http://whirm.com/ Rob Scallon https://www.youtube.com/robscallon Jason Shaw http://audionautix.com/
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        Renewable Energy 101 | National Geographic
        There are many benefits to using renewable energy resources, but what is it exactly? From ...
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        There are many benefits to using renewable energy resources, but what is it exactly? From solar to wind, find out more about alternative energy, the fastest-growing source of energy in the world—and how we can use it to combat climate change. ➡ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/NatGeoSubscribe About National Geographic: National Geographic is the world's premium destination for science, exploration, and adventure. Through their world-class scientists, photographers, journalists, and filmmakers, Nat Geo gets you closer to the stories that matter and past the edge of what's possible. Get More National Geographic: Official Site: http://bit.ly/NatGeoOfficialSite Facebook: http://bit.ly/FBNatGeo Twitter: http://bit.ly/NatGeoTwitter Instagram: http://bit.ly/NatGeoInsta Select footage courtesy NASA https://svs.gsfc.nasa.gov/cgi-bin/details.cgi?aid=11056 Renewable Energy 101 | National Geographic https://youtu.be/1kUE0BZtTRc National Geographic https://www.youtube.com/natgeo
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        The Problem With Renewable Energy (and how we're fixing it)
        ( This isn't a sponsored video, but I am massively grateful to all the team at SSE! Go loo...
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        ( This isn't a sponsored video, but I am massively grateful to all the team at SSE! Go look: http://sse.com/whatwedo/ourprojectsandassets/ , and pull down the description for more. ) As the world switches to renewable energy - and we are switching - there's a problem you might not expect: balancing the grid. Rotational mass and system inertia are the things that keep your lights from flickering: and they only appear in big, old, traditional power stations. Here's why that's a problem, and how we're likely going to fix it. Thanks to all the team at SSE! FULL DISCLOSURE: This is not a sponsored video, no money has changed hands, and SSE did not have editorial control. But they did go out of their way to arrange access and support for me and my team, including giving us safety training for working at heights. I am incredibly grateful to all the team: Paul and Ed for arranging it all; Bob and Scott who helped us at the turbine; and Calum, Head of Operations, who was keeping an eye on safety throughout. GO LOOK AT SSE: http://sse.com/whatwedo/ourprojectsandassets/ http://sse.com/whatwedo/wholesale/ http://sse.com/griffin The drone footage is from Cyberhawk, http://www.thecyberhawk.com: they normally do turbine inspections and land surveying, so I'd like to thank them for getting some artistic shots for us too! And finally, my camera operator was Paul Curry, @cr3, who's written a more experiential post with photos for Buzzfeed: https://www.buzzfeed.com/paulcurry/we-are-both-big-fans-of-electricity I'm at http://tomscott.com on Twitter at http://twitter.com/tomscott on Facebook at http://facebook.com/tomscott and on Instagram and Snapchat as tomscottgo
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        StorEn Technologies - Enabling the Transition to Renewables
        Energy storage can make the transition from fossil fuels to generation from renewable sou...
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        Energy storage can make the transition from fossil fuels to generation from renewable sources reality.
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        Electricity Generation - Non Renewables (preview)
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        For complete DVD and to read more information on this title, please go to: http://www.pumpkin-interactive.co.uk/collections/science-and-psychology/products/electricity-generation-non-renewables Duration: 27 / Year 2015 / KS 3-5 Fossil Fuels and nuclear energy still account for over 60% of the UK's electricity generation and in some countries their use is even on the rise. As well as containing clear explanations and graphics to illustrate how energy from coal, gas and uranium is used to generate electricity, this resource explores the pros and cons of each fuel source. It includes debates around nuclear safety, fracking and carbon capture and storage. Used together with the "Electricity Generation: Renewables" DVD, it will provide students with a complete insight into current energy debates. Suggested exam board specification links: AQA GCSE Physics Unit P1.4 - Methods we use to generate electricity (In particular the subsection P1.4.1 - Generating Electricity) OCR GCSE 21st Century Science - Physics Module 3 - Sustainable Energy GCSE Gateway Science - Module P2 - Living for the Future (Energy Resources) Cambridge IGCSE Physics - 1.7 - Work Energy and Power (In particular the subject 1.7.2 - Energy Resources) Edexcel International GCSE Physics - Section 4 - Energy Resources and Energy Transfer GCSE Physics - Unit P1 Topic 5 - Generation and Transmission of Electricity
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        Africa's Clean ENERGY REVOLUTION: Future MEGAPROJECTS
        Africa's population explosion presents humanity us with a once-in-our-species chance to ma...
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        Africa's population explosion presents humanity us with a once-in-our-species chance to make our fastest growing area leapfrog the dirty fuels of the past to instead embrace the renewable energy of the future. Subscribe to TDC: https://www.youtube.com/TheDailyConversation/ Video based on this article in Nature: http://www.nature.com/news/can-wind-and-solar-fuel-africa-s-future-1.20907 Video by Bryce Plank and Robin West Music: "Disturbances" by Matt Stewart-Evans: https://soundcloud.com/mattstewartevans https://www.facebook.com/Matthew.Stewart.Evans "Ambitions" by Glimpse: https://soundcloud.com/glimpse_official Script: The total population of Africa is projected to roughly quadruple to about four billion by 2100, driving the total global population past 11 billion. Producing all the energy that all these people will use could obliterate any efforts we’re now making to battle climate change. But Africa’s population explosion is also a tremendous opportunity, because all the power plants where all these people will get all their electricity from haven’t been built yet. This means humanity is now being presented with a once-in-the-lifetime-of-our-species shot to make our planet's fastest growing region leapfrog the dirty fuels of the past, to embrace a future of clean, renewable energy. This is how that optimistic vision of the future can become reality. The residents of Zambia don’t need any reminders that climate change threatens their way of life. The region is suffering its worst drought in 35 years, that’s big trouble for a country that gets nearly all of its power from the force of water passing through three hydroelectric dams. No water means no electricity, and no electricity means blackouts that have frequently brought commerce and productivity to a standstill, gutting the Zambian economy and causing many to lose their jobs. All across Africa, country are confronting the same problem: a constant lack-of-power. Sub Saharan Africa — all 910 million people — consume less electricity than the 4.8 million people of Alabama. Overall, more than half of all Africans have no access to electricity. But this is changing, thanks to the emergence of renewable energy. The cost of building larger-scale solar panel and wind turbine farms continues to plummet, making governments and utilities more likely to choose them over traditional sources like hydro, coal, nuclear or natural gas. As we saw with the water shortage in Zambia — or the nuclear meltdown a few years ago after the earthquake in Japan — power stations of the past are less reliable, more expensive, far worse for our environment, and slower to build. So this seems like a no-brainer, Africa needs to go green, baby! There’re just three problems. One, until now planners have lacked the necessary data to identify where to develop wind and solar projects that are socially equitable, have low-environmental impact, and are most cost-effective. This problem was recently tackled by a groundbreaking study of 21 countries that combined satellite and ground measurements with geospatial data on roads, towns, and existing power lines. It provides the first blueprint for where wind and solar projects should be built to maximize their effectiveness. The study also revealed Africa’s eye-opening, untapped potential for renewable energy generation. There are an estimated 550 million megawatts of potential solar and wind power spread across the continent, just waiting to be harvested. That’s 3,700 times as much electricity as Africa currently consumes. That’s so much extra energy, that Africa should aim to be powered 100% by renewables by 2050. It’s even possible for Africa to become a clean energy exporting superpower by sending its abundant surpluses of electricity to Europe; the Middle East, India and the rest of Asia; and even the Americas. Of course, this is dependent on overcoming the second major challenge: the continent’s completely inadequate power grid. Modernizing it to connect clean power stations with cities all over Africa will be a long-term megaproject costing tens of billions of dollars in the coming decades. For fast-growing urban areas — like Lagos, Cairo, Kinshasa, Mogadishu, and Johannesburg — uninterrupted electricity is critical for the emerging industries that will fuel economic growth and provide jobs for billions. On the other hand, most Africans currently live in small villages and towns, so their energy needs can be met by inexpensive solar and wind turbine systems that are located on-site, but are disconnected from the main grid. The challenge will be connecting cities — where more and more people are moving — with the mega-power stations that will often be built far away, in geographical sweet spots to maximize the amount of harvestable solar rays and wind gusts.
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        Germany's Renewable Energy Revolution
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        Germany Trade & Invest presents its short film about Germany’s Renewable Energy Revolution, the so called Energiewende (energy transition). Voices from science, industry, and politics outline the achievements made so far, next steps, and the opportunities the energy transition offers. More: http://www.gtai.com/energy
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        Eastern Renewable Generation Integration Study: Redefining What’s Possible for Renewable Energy
        NREL project manager Aaron Bloom introduces NREL’s Eastern Renewable Generation Integratio...
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        NREL project manager Aaron Bloom introduces NREL’s Eastern Renewable Generation Integration Study (ERGIS) and high-performance computing capabilities and new methodologies that allowed NREL to model operations of the Eastern Interconnection at unprecedented fidelity. ERGIS shows that the Eastern Interconnection can balance the variability and uncertainty of wind and solar photovoltaics at a 5-minute level, for one simulated year.
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        Renewables To Match Coal Generation By 2040
        🔋 Solar Energy News | Renewables to match coal generation by 2040 Continue reading: http:...
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        🔋 Solar Energy News | Renewables to match coal generation by 2040 Continue reading: http://asq.solar/2y1TPQZ by Darryn Van Hout | Switchee 🏭 By 2040, global power generated by clean energy generation will match that of coal generation. That’s according to the latest international report provided by the US Energy Information Administration (EIA). The ‘International Energy Outlook 2017’ (IEO2017) reveals that coal generation will fall to a mere 31 percent of all energy generation by 2040. Alongside that, renewable energy production is expected to rise by an average of 2.8 percent annually to 31 percent. Solar and wind energy are projected to form two-thirds of all renewable additions in 2040. by Darryn Van Hout | Switchee™ https://www.switchee.com.au
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        Renewable energies: the return of biomass
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        Activate the subtitles in the player window, interviews are in French! For thousands of years biomass (organic matter) was the primary source of energy. Since the industrial revolution, the combustion of fossil fuels, accounting for 87% of today’s global energy package, has replaced biomass as the primary source. Yet issues surrounding energy and food production and sustainable development engender new perspectives on the production of bio-fuels, especially from by-products of agro-industry and forestry. Biomass, now supporting 10% of world energy consumption, could increase to provide 25% of global energy needs. This film combines figures, schematics, and interviews with professionals in the field (e.g. economist, farmer, mechanic, researcher, aircraft manufacturer...). The potential for biomass is evident, but its usage must be rational, optimized and adapted to local environments. A film by Gérard Goma (scientific advisor) and Mathias Fyferling
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        Are electricity-generating floors the next big thing in renewables?
        Energy-generating floors pioneer Pavegen has launched a crowdfunding campaign at Crowdcube...
        published: 26 May 2015
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        Are electricity-generating floors the next big thing in renewables?

        Are electricity-generating floors the next big thing in renewables?

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        Energy-generating floors pioneer Pavegen has launched a crowdfunding campaign at Crowdcube hoping to realize its dream of making floor energy as common as solar energy. The firm's founder and CEO Laurence Kemball-Cook believes that in a few years time, buying a floor that converts energy from footsteps into electricity will be a no-brainer (just think how much power your hyperactive kids could produce ...). Read more at http://eandt.theiet.org/
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        Giant Sea Snake Renewable Electricity Generation
        Huge Energy Producing Machine From Wave Power. See Powergen and E-on Website for more i...
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        Giant Sea Snake Renewable Electricity Generation

        Giant Sea Snake Renewable Electricity Generation

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        Huge Energy Producing Machine From Wave Power. See Powergen and E-on Website for more info. The following excerpt is from the e-on website: Site Statistics West Wave Location Wave Hub, 10 miles off Hayle on north coast of Cornwall Project scope Up to 7 Pelamis Wave Energy Converter Turbine height 120-150 metres long Total power Up to 5MW Status Pre-planning Why West Wave? The UK is well placed in terms of marine energy. There is significant wave resource around the country, some of the best in the world. It has been estimated that marine renewables could meet 15% to 20% of current UK electricity demand. E.ON is committed to helping build the UK's marine capabilities to harness the potential of our seas. West Wave will allow us to learn about wave energy developments and gain experience of the marine environment. The West Wave Project would: Supply enough electricity for up to 3,000 homes Displace around 11,000 tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions per year Ocean Prospect We are developing West Wave jointly with Ocean Prospect, a subsidiary of Wind Prospect. Wave Hub West Wave will be located at Wave Hub which is being developed by the South West Regional Development Agency. Wave Hub is effectively an underwater "socket" providing the necessary infrastructure to connect West Wave and 3 similar wave energy projects to the electricity grid. A planning application for Wave Hub was submitted in June 2006 and deployment is expected in 2008/09. Pelamis West Wave will utilise Ocean Power Delivery's Pelamis Wave Energy Converter which is rated at 750kW. The Pelamis is 120-150 metres long, 3.5m in diameter and weighs approximately 750 tonnes. The video is downloadable from the e-on website http://www.eon-uk.com/generation/westwave.aspx They also have other renewable projects, details on the website. Please feel free to rate, comment, subscribe and post a video response.
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        If Green Energy Is So Great, Why Aren't We Using It?
        Green energy is getting better and cheaper, yet we still largely rely on fossil fuels. Why...
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        If Green Energy Is So Great, Why Aren't We Using It?

        If Green Energy Is So Great, Why Aren't We Using It?

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        Green energy is getting better and cheaper, yet we still largely rely on fossil fuels. Why haven't we switched to solar and wind energy yet? Which Countries Will Be Underwater Due To Climate Change? - https://youtu.be/1ilC2ODaWSY Which Countries Run On 100% Renewable Energy? - https://youtu.be/SrmsQzRQPPw Sign Up For The Seeker Newsletter Here - http://bit.ly/1UO1PxI Read More: What Would Happen If We Burned All The Fossil Fuels On Earth? http://www.popsci.com/burning-all-fossil-fuels-could-raise-sea-levels-by-200-feet "A new study published today in Science Advances finds that if we burn all of the remaining fossil fuels on Earth, almost all of the ice in Antarctica will melt, potentially causing sea levels to rise by as much as 200 feet--enough to drown most major cities in the world." Who's Winning The Battle To Replace Coal? http://www.forbes.com/sites/thebakersinstitute/2016/05/17/whos-winning-the-battle-to-replace-coal/#e9dc97c6b09f "Coal is losing the battle for the electricity future in the United States. Investment in new coal-fired generating capacity has dried up with its share of electricity generation dropping from 53% in 2000 to 34% in 2015." Electricity in the United States http://www.eia.gov/energyexplained/index.cfm?page=electricity_in_the_United_States "In 2015, coal was used for about 33% of the 4 trillion kilowatthours of electricity generated in the United States. In addition to being burned to heat water for steam, natural gas can also be burned to produce hot combustion gases that pass directly through a natural gas turbine, spinning the turbine's blades to generate electricity." ____________________ DNews is dedicated to satisfying your curiosity and to bringing you mind-bending stories & perspectives you won't find anywhere else! New videos daily. Watch More DNews on Seeker http://www.seeker.com/show/dnews/ Subscribe now! http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=dnewschannel Seeker on Twitter http://twitter.com/seeker Trace Dominguez on Twitter https://twitter.com/tracedominguez DNews on Facebook https://facebook.com/DiscoveryNews DNews on Google+ https://plus.google.com/u/0/+dnews Seeker http://www.seeker.com/ Sign Up For The Seeker Newsletter Here: http://bit.ly/1UO1PxI Special thanks to Julian Huguet for hosting and writing this episode of DNews! Check Julian out on Twitter: https://twitter.com/jhug00
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          The Future of Power Generation A New Era for Renewables
          The CSIS Energy & National Security Program is pleased to invite you to a discussion on th...
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          The Future of Power Generation A New Era for Renewables

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          The CSIS Energy & National Security Program is pleased to invite you to a discussion on the outlook for the electric power sector and the future role of renewables. The U.S. electric power sector is in the midst of a transition. The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) and Bloomberg New Energy Finance (BNEF) both produce annual outlooks that assess long-term trends in renewable energy, which help understand the changes to this sector. Doug Arent and Wesley Cole will outline the scenarios developed by NREL. Ethan Zindler will summarize the key findings of the BNEF study published earlier this year. The National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) tracks potential market trends to inform the electric sector analysis in the United States. With this data, NREL analyzes the current and future technology costs and performance for renewable and conventional electricity generation technologies. This includes market projections with a dozen possible scenarios created with NREL’s Regional Energy Deployment Systems (ReEDS) model. Bloomberg New Energy Finance annually publishes a long-term view on the projected evolution of the world’s power markets. New Energy Outlook uniquely assesses segments of the electricity system that are driving rapid market changes, grid system developments, and dynamic business models. The comprehensive assessment includes the costs of wind and solar technology, battery storage, electricity demand, and consumer dynamics.
          1:48:06
          Grid Storage for Renewables Integration
          Kelly Warner – President, Advanced Microgrid Solutions Todd Strauss – Senior Director, PG...
          published: 07 Dec 2017
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          Grid Storage for Renewables Integration

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          Kelly Warner – President, Advanced Microgrid Solutions Todd Strauss – Senior Director, PG&E Kate McGinnis – Market Director, AES Energy Storage Barry Cinnamon – CEO, Cinnamon Energy Systems Moderator: Jeff Byron, Band of Angels What will it take in terms of megawatts of energy storage and dollars to flatten the belly of the famous duck curve in California and meet the 2030 RPS goals? What storage solutions will prevail - customer-side, behind the meter or utility scale, in front of the meter,? What are the costs and benefits of each type of solution? In mid-May California broke a record on one day with 67% of its power being generated by renewable sources of electricity on the portion of the grid controlled by the CAISO. While this is a major achievement, sustaining this level of renewable power generation from a variety of sources is a challenge. California is a leader not only in renewable energy sources but also in energy storage. It has one of the country’s highest renewable portfolio standards requiring 50% of its energy generation to be powered by renewable resources by 2030. Currently at 27% of our electricity coming from renewable sources, we are ahead of our RPS goals of meeting 33% renewables by 2020. The electric grid is a complex system in which energy supply and demand must always match at any given time. Since renewable sources like wind and solar are subject to variability, energy storage helps to smooth out the differences between energy supply and demand. It stores excess energy when supply exceeds demand, and dispatches energy when demand exceeds supply. Today’s energy storage companies are going a step further by not only providing backup power to customers or the grid but also providing the ability to respond instantaneously to the utility grid needs. This combination of flexibility and ability to dispatch is a valuable asset. Until recently, the cost of energy storage has been prohibitive, but battery prices have been declining rapidly in recent years and are projected to continue to decline with technology improvements and manufacturing scale. Note: While other storage technologies are also being developed, this discussion will focus on chemical batteries, which are by far the most common.
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          What’s New in Renewables?
          The growth curves of wind and solar power are steep, as renewables spread quickly around t...
          published: 30 Nov 2017
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          What’s New in Renewables?

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          The growth curves of wind and solar power are steep, as renewables spread quickly around the world. What can be done to drive even faster growth of these keystone technologies? Irene Rummelhoff, E.V.P., New Energy Solutions, Statoil Mark Widmar, C.E.O., First Solar, Inc. In conversation with Keith Bradsher
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          Role of Analytics with Renewables, Distributed Generation and Electric Vehicles into the Grid
          Utilities are facing increasing growth of intermittent renewables such as solar PV and win...
          published: 14 Jul 2016
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          Role of Analytics with Renewables, Distributed Generation and Electric Vehicles into the Grid

          Role of Analytics with Renewables, Distributed Generation and Electric Vehicles into the Grid

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          Utilities are facing increasing growth of intermittent renewables such as solar PV and wind into the grid. Over the past decade, the number of solar PV systems installed in the United States has grown from less than 10,000 to over 240,000 systems; representing nearly 6 GW of solar PV capacity. Growth in small-scale distributed generation located on the customer side of the meter is also on an upswing. This webcast will discuss ways in which metering, forecasting, smart analytics and consulting services can help utilities bring some order to the threatening chaos posed by these new resources.
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          Renewable energies: the return of biomass
          Activate the subtitles in the player window, interviews are in French! For thousands of y...
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          Renewable energies: the return of biomass

          Renewable energies: the return of biomass

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          Activate the subtitles in the player window, interviews are in French! For thousands of years biomass (organic matter) was the primary source of energy. Since the industrial revolution, the combustion of fossil fuels, accounting for 87% of today’s global energy package, has replaced biomass as the primary source. Yet issues surrounding energy and food production and sustainable development engender new perspectives on the production of bio-fuels, especially from by-products of agro-industry and forestry. Biomass, now supporting 10% of world energy consumption, could increase to provide 25% of global energy needs. This film combines figures, schematics, and interviews with professionals in the field (e.g. economist, farmer, mechanic, researcher, aircraft manufacturer...). The potential for biomass is evident, but its usage must be rational, optimized and adapted to local environments. A film by Gérard Goma (scientific advisor) and Mathias Fyferling
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          Brian Fladger of Wartsila Discusses Base Load Renewables and Flexible Generation
          Brian Fladger, Manager of Market Development at Wartsila Energy Solutions, discusses renew...
          published: 02 Jan 2018
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          Brian Fladger of Wartsila Discusses Base Load Renewables and Flexible Generation

          Brian Fladger of Wartsila Discusses Base Load Renewables and Flexible Generation

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          Brian Fladger, Manager of Market Development at Wartsila Energy Solutions, discusses renewable energy as the new base load in the changing energy supply mix at the 2017 Ascend Analytics Summit.
          56:40
          i4energy: What's so good about the Smart Grid - A Look at Renewables
          Lecture by: Terry Mohn, Chief Innovation Officer, Balance Energy Abstract: As serious ...
          published: 05 Nov 2010
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          i4energy: What's so good about the Smart Grid - A Look at Renewables

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          Lecture by: Terry Mohn, Chief Innovation Officer, Balance Energy Abstract: As serious environmental issues become part of dinner conversation, utilities are faced with not only technology upgrades, but also dealing with new systemic impact that occur behind the meter. Adding renewable energy resources into distribution and transmission power systems can be accomplished through a smarter power grid when the integration includes a coordinated control strategy. Some call this the "microgrid" control strategy. Application of renewable resources will provide environmentally clean, and eventually, cost effective energy alternatives to the existing mix of electric generation assets. An even more interesting consideration is that integrating distributed energy resources (DER) will likely become the normal state, as siting transmission becomes more challenging. DER requires addressing facets of both the underlying analog-centric electrical power system and the nascent digital-centric information infrastructure. As smart grid develops, integration and optimization of grid control logic are areas that stand as key enablers to a rapid growth of renewable generation. This session focuses on the systematic disturbances occurring from variable generation sources and the connection issues that technology suppliers, as well as utilities, are facing in this new "renewable" future. Part of the Fall 2010 i4Energy Seminar Series. Live broadcast at: mms://media.citris.berkeley.edu/webcast Questions can be sent via Yahoo IM to username: citrisevents.
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          ETS16: A New Generation of Renewables
          @ETS16 Core generation portfolios are changing for utilities, and policies are ensuring th...
          published: 24 Jun 2016
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          ETS16: A New Generation of Renewables

          ETS16: A New Generation of Renewables

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          @ETS16 Core generation portfolios are changing for utilities, and policies are ensuring that larger amounts of renewables will be incorporated across utility generation fleets for years to come. And yet, 25% of new purchase power agreements (PPAs) have come from corporations and impact investment funds in the last year. This session will address: How do these new economics of renewables gel across business models, technology and policy in this rapidly changing landscape? MODERATOR Edward Klump Thought Leaders Andrew T. Gonzales Robert Scheuermann Khalil Shalabi About ETS16 There is no better place than Zpryme’s flagship ETS16 to debate the state and future of energy. Our looking glass begins and ends with the stories of real people around the globe influencing the grand energy transition. Learn more at: www.ets16.com
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          Democratizing Power: Fossil Fuels to 100% Renewables
          (Visit: http://www.uctv.tv/) Rinaldo S. Brutoco is a successful entrepreneur, executive, a...
          published: 22 Feb 2016
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          Democratizing Power: Fossil Fuels to 100% Renewables

          Democratizing Power: Fossil Fuels to 100% Renewables

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          (Visit: http://www.uctv.tv/) Rinaldo S. Brutoco is a successful entrepreneur, executive, author and futurist and the Founding President of the World Business Academy. He looks at the role and responsibility of business in relation to the critical moral, environmental and social concerns of the day especially moving away from fossil fuels to renewable sources of energy. Recorded on 12/01/2015. Series: "Walter H. Capps Center Series" [2/2016] [Science] [Show ID: 30475]
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          Electricity and Renewables 101
          Electricity is a vital form of energy, which is essential for everyday life. At the same t...
          published: 23 Aug 2016
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          Electricity and Renewables 101

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          Electricity is a vital form of energy, which is essential for everyday life. At the same time, 40% of energy-related CO2 emissions come from electricity generation, which is one of the factors behind the increase in renewable generation. Electricity will play and ever more important role in the future, but their measurement can be challenging with more distributed connections. This webinar will provide participants the opportunity to understand basic concepts of statistics for electricity and renewables, convey production and transformation for fuel use.
          25:09
          Renewables Based Hydrogen Generation for Energy Storage Projects in Nothern Germany
          BeBa H2 Speichersysteme GmbH & Co. KG Group Exhibit Hydrogen + Fuel Cells, HANNOVER MESSE...
          published: 18 Apr 2013
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          Renewables Based Hydrogen Generation for Energy Storage Projects in Nothern Germany

          Renewables Based Hydrogen Generation for Energy Storage Projects in Nothern Germany

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          BeBa H2 Speichersysteme GmbH & Co. KG Group Exhibit Hydrogen + Fuel Cells, HANNOVER MESSE 2013 Topic: Renewables Based Hydrogen Generation for Energy Storage Projects in Nothern Germany Speaker: Hans Jörg Vock, Managing Director Date: April 12, 10:00 am
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          James Hansen & Michael Shellenberger: Nuclear Power? Are Renewables Enough?
          Climate Matters - In this show from COP-23, James Hansen and Michael Shellenberger present...
          published: 16 Nov 2017
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          James Hansen & Michael Shellenberger: Nuclear Power? Are Renewables Enough?

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          Climate Matters - In this show from COP-23, James Hansen and Michael Shellenberger present a compelling case for re-evaluating the role that a modern generation of nuclear power must play in the world's energy mix if we are to avert a climate catastrophe of immense proportions. Be prepared to have some of your own personal fears and biases challenged in what will may be to you a controversial presentation.
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          IEA's Renewable Energy Market Report 2017
          The CSIS Energy and National Security Program is pleased to host Heymi Bahar, Project Mana...
          published: 12 Oct 2017
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          IEA's Renewable Energy Market Report 2017

          IEA's Renewable Energy Market Report 2017

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          The CSIS Energy and National Security Program is pleased to host Heymi Bahar, Project Manager of the Renewable Energy Division at the International Energy Agency (IEA), for a presentation of the IEA's Renewable Energy Market Report 2017 (formerly titled Medium-Term Renewables Market Report). The report provides a detailed market analysis and overview of renewable electricity capacity and generation, biofuels production, and heat consumption, as well as a forecast for the period between 2017 and 2022. This year's report also assesses the off-grid solar market in Africa and developing Asia and the contribution of electric vehicles to renewable road transport. Additionally, the Renewable Energy Market Report 2017 identifies a set of policy improvements in key markets that could accelerate the growth of renewables in the electricity sector as well as transport biofuels, necessary in all sectors for increased decarbonisation on track with long-term climate goals.
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          Simulation and Visualization of Power Grid Operations with High Renewable Penetration
          Thomas Overbye gives an overview on energy, touching on energy sources, source generation ...
          published: 03 Sep 2014
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          Simulation and Visualization of Power Grid Operations with High Renewable Penetration

          Simulation and Visualization of Power Grid Operations with High Renewable Penetration

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          Thomas Overbye gives an overview on energy, touching on energy sources, source generation locations in the US and the Power Grid while also giving a brief description of his research for GCEP. He is a Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.
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          Former President George H. W. Bush looks at the casket with his daughter Dorothy "Doro" Bush Koch as they wait for the mourners during the visitation of the visitation of former first lady Barbara Bush at St. Martin's Episcopal Church Friday, April 20, 2018, in Houston.

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          Many of those in the Windrush generation lack these records, having never applied for British citizenship or passports, and are now struggling to prove they are here legally....

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          Mel Giedroyc hosted the Generation Game for two episodes with Sue Perkins (Picture ... Mel Giedroyc has addressed criticism levelled against the recent reboot of The Generation Game following its two-episode run ... Mel and Sue’s Generation Game has had a mixed reaction (Picture ... The BBC previously defended its decision to reduce the Generation Game’s run from four episodes to two, saying in a statement....

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