Renewable Energy

Bangalore Solid Waste Management Limited (BSWML) is expanding biomethanation infrastructure to convert wet waste into biogas. Two decentralised plants in Koramangala and Banasawadi wards are completed and ready for operation, while two others in Anjanapura and A. Narayanapura are under construction. Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy inaugurated the 5 TPD bio-methanation plant in Koramangala on Saturday.

March 19, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

The Great Lakes offer ideal conditions for offshore wind energy, yet no turbines have been built there due to regulatory and economic barriers. States control the lakebeds, providing some advantages over federal ocean waters, but federal oversight and infrastructure gaps persist. Developers and lawmakers express cautious optimism amid political uncertainties.

Norway's Scatec has committed to enhancing its investments in the Egyptian market, citing improvements in the business environment and effective cooperation from state authorities. Chief Executive Terje Pilskog met with Egyptian Minister of Investment and Foreign Trade Mohamed Farid, expressing appreciation for government support of renewable energy projects. Both sides emphasized continued cooperation to support Egypt's transition to a green economy.

February 23, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

The United States installed a record amount of energy storage capacity in 2025, according to a solar industry report. This milestone advances clean energy infrastructure amid policy challenges from the second Trump administration, as utilities adapt grids to surging electricity demand.

Queensland's state-owned gentailer Stanwell has started commercial operations for its 300 MW / 600 MWh Tarong battery energy storage system, located near the Tarong coal-fired power station. The project, built with 164 Tesla Megapack 2XL units, began construction in 2023 and now supplies the National Electricity Market. Stanwell CEO Michael O’Rourke highlighted its role in delivering reliable energy.

February 15, 2026 Ti AI ṣe iroyin

Egyptian President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi reviewed the government's preparations to secure electricity supplies for the upcoming summer, with peak demand on the national grid forecast to rise by 6-7%. The meeting involved Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly and Minister of Electricity and Renewable Energy Mahmoud Essmat. Al-Sisi emphasized maintaining grid stability and ensuring uninterrupted supply.