Carlos Ortegains

A Critical Juncture for Energy Markets Central Europe’s oil industry stands at a pivotal moment as U.S. sanctions on Russian oil giants Lukoil and Rosneft, implemented late last year, send shockwaves through regional markets. With Hungary and Slovakia heavily reliant on Russian crude, these

Imagine a vast network of power lines stretching across millions of miles, vulnerable to wildfires, vegetation overgrowth, and the wear of aging infrastructure, posing constant risks to safety and reliability. In the United States, utilities face mounting challenges in maintaining this critical

Today, we're thrilled to sit down with Christopher Hailstone, a renowned expert in energy management, renewable energy, and electricity delivery. With his deep knowledge of grid reliability and security, Christopher offers unparalleled insights into the evolving landscape of energy storage systems.

What happens when a nation’s insatiable appetite for electricity collides with a tangle of federal policies and soaring costs, creating a perfect storm in the energy sector? The U.S. power market in 2025 stands at a pivotal moment, reshaped by the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), a piece of

In a world grappling with the urgent need to slash carbon emissions, the race for sustainable energy solutions has taken center stage, particularly in heavy transport sectors like aviation and shipping, which are notorious for their high greenhouse gas output. These industries are increasingly

Setting the Stage: A Stalemate in Nuclear Waste Solutions Imagine a nation powered by nuclear energy, generating clean electricity for millions, yet grappling with a hidden burden—thousands of tons of radioactive waste with no permanent home, a pressing reality in the United States. The nuclear

The push for clean energy integration into the power grid has reached a critical juncture, with 107 state lawmakers from the National Caucus of Environmental Legislators urging PJM Interconnection, the largest grid operator in the United States, to act with urgency. Serving over 65 million people

A startling new study from Canada has uncovered a potential connection between long-term exposure to sulfur dioxide (SO2), a common air pollutant from fossil fuel emissions, and a heightened risk of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), a devastating neurodegenerative disease. ALS, often referred to

Artificial Intelligence stands at the forefront of a technological revolution, reshaping the global landscape with its profound influence on both economic growth and energy infrastructure. As of October 2025, the rapid integration of AI across various sectors is not only driving unprecedented

In a world increasingly driven by the urgent need to combat climate change, the Keadby Next Generation Power Station Project near Scunthorpe, Lincolnshire, emerges as a beacon of innovation in the UK's energy landscape, promising a transformative impact. This ambitious undertaking by Keadby Next