Carlos Ortegains

Carlos Ortegains

Utilities Innovation Specialist
Carlos Ortegains is a researcher in renewable energy resources and technologies. His content explores solar, wind, hydro, and other renewable energy sources, and explores energy storage and grid integration solutions. Carlos’ insights empower energy professionals and policymakers to harness the potential of renewable resources, driving the transition to cleaner and more sustainable energy systems.
Slovenia Advances Velenje Coal Mine Closure with Challenges
Conventional Fuels Slovenia Advances Velenje Coal Mine Closure with Challenges

In a bold stride toward sustainability, Slovenia has set the stage for a transformative shift in its energy landscape by initiating the closure of the Velenje coal mine, a historic pillar of the Savinja and Šalek (SAŠA) region, recognized as one of the European Union's 31 coal regions. This

Why Are Oil Prices at a 5-Month Low Amid Trade Tensions?
Conventional Fuels Why Are Oil Prices at a 5-Month Low Amid Trade Tensions?

The global oil market is grappling with a dramatic downturn, as Brent crude has plummeted to $61.91 per barrel and West Texas Intermediate (WTI) to $58.27, marking their lowest levels in five months as of recent reports. This sharp decline, driven by escalating trade tensions between the United

What FERC’s Siting Rule Means for Getting Lines Built Faster
Editorial What FERC’s Siting Rule Means for Getting Lines Built Faster

The future of the U.S. power system depends on how quickly new wires can be strung across miles of countryside. Analysts warn that grid capacity must at least double this decade to support electrification, yet major projects languish for years. A single state’s refusal to approve a line can derail

EU Lawmakers Scale Back Corporate Sustainability Rules
Renewable Energy EU Lawmakers Scale Back Corporate Sustainability Rules

Setting the Stage for a Shifting Landscape In a striking turn of events within the European Union, a pivotal policy shift is reshaping the corporate sustainability arena, raising critical questions about the balance between environmental accountability and economic vitality, especially as global

Offshore Wind Technology – Review
Infrastructure & Technology Offshore Wind Technology – Review

Imagine a world where vast stretches of ocean become powerhouses of clean energy, driving nations toward sustainable futures with every gust of wind, and offshore wind technology stands at the forefront of this transformation by harnessing the immense potential of marine winds to generate renewable

China's Oil Stockpiling Shapes Global Price Floor and Ceiling
Infrastructure & Technology China's Oil Stockpiling Shapes Global Price Floor and Ceiling

In the ever-shifting landscape of global oil markets, one player stands out with a quiet yet commanding influence: China, the world's largest crude oil importer. Absorbing staggering volumes of supply, with estimates suggesting a stockpiling rate of at least 500,000 barrels per day (bpd) in recent

How Will Electric Traction Motors Drive Sustainable Mobility?
Infrastructure & Technology How Will Electric Traction Motors Drive Sustainable Mobility?

In an era where the urgency to combat climate change is reshaping industries worldwide, electric traction motors stand as a cornerstone of sustainable mobility, promising a cleaner and more efficient future for transportation. These powerful components, which transform electrical energy into

How Is Tinubu’s Agenda Driving Sustainable Development?
Renewable Energy How Is Tinubu’s Agenda Driving Sustainable Development?

In a world where the pursuit of sustainable growth often clashes with the urgent needs of developing nations, Nigeria stands at a critical juncture under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration, striving to balance immediate economic demands with long-term global goals while fostering a

Oregon Court Upholds DEQ's Pollution Control Authority
Environmental & Regulations Oregon Court Upholds DEQ's Pollution Control Authority

In a landmark decision that reverberates through environmental regulation in Oregon, the state’s Court of Appeals has reaffirmed the authority of the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) to hold irrigation districts accountable for pollution control in critical water basins. This ruling,

Ukraine Nuclear Fears Rise as Zaporizhzhia Safety Falters
Infrastructure & Technology Ukraine Nuclear Fears Rise as Zaporizhzhia Safety Falters

In the heart of Ukraine, the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant (ZNPP), known as Europe’s largest nuclear facility, stands as a chilling symbol of the intersection between warfare and nuclear safety, with its seizure by Russian forces in March 2022 thrusting it into a state of near-constant crisis.

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