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.
IHCL Leads with Sustainable Initiatives in Green Energy and Social Impact
Renewable Energy IHCL Leads with Sustainable Initiatives in Green Energy and Social Impact

As global awareness of climate change grows, businesses are increasingly expected to adopt sustainable practices that minimize environmental impact. Few industries face this challenge as acutely as the hospitality sector, where energy consumption, water use, and waste generation can have

Maryland State Agencies Unveil Comprehensive Climate Action Plans
Environmental & Regulations Maryland State Agencies Unveil Comprehensive Climate Action Plans

Twenty-five state agencies in Maryland have recently disclosed their plans for addressing climate change. This initiative stems from an executive order by Governor Wes Moore, aimed at devising climate implementation strategies to reduce carbon emissions across the state. The Maryland Secretary of

Will Biden's Electric Grid Investments Survive Under Trump's Vision?
Infrastructure & Technology Will Biden's Electric Grid Investments Survive Under Trump's Vision?

The subject of analysis in the context of this article revolves around the investments and advancements made in the United States' electric grid under President Joe Biden’s administration, and the contemporaneous uncertainty related to the future of these investments as President-elect Donald T

DOE Funds Projects to Advance Hydropower and Marine Energy Innovation
Renewable Energy DOE Funds Projects to Advance Hydropower and Marine Energy Innovation

The U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Water Power Technologies Office (WPTO) has launched a significant initiative to accelerate innovation in hydropower and marine energy technologies. With an allocation of $800,000 in funding, the WPTO aims to foster the advancement and commercialization of

Welsh Ambulances Fit Fan Heaters to Enhance Comfort and Cut Emissions
Environmental & Regulations Welsh Ambulances Fit Fan Heaters to Enhance Comfort and Cut Emissions

In an innovative move to improve patient comfort and contribute to the fight against climate change, ambulances across Wales are being fitted with bladeless fan heaters. This initiative addresses the pressing issue of prolonged patient wait times in ambulances, a result of delays in transferring

Is 2024 the Year We Breached the 1.5°C Global Temperature Threshold?
Environmental & Regulations Is 2024 the Year We Breached the 1.5°C Global Temperature Threshold?

The year 2024 has marked a significant milestone in the ongoing battle against climate change. For the first time, global temperatures have surpassed the critical threshold of 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels. This alarming development underscores the intensifying impacts of climate change,

Philadelphia's Net-Zero TOD Blends Social Equity and Sustainability
Energy Management Philadelphia's Net-Zero TOD Blends Social Equity and Sustainability

Philadelphia's Net-Zero Mixed-Income Residential Transit-Oriented Development (TOD) is a groundbreaking project that aims to redefine urban living by integrating mixed-income housing with net-zero energy design. This ambitious initiative seeks to create a harmonious blend of social equity and

Hydropower Innovations: Eco-Friendly Tech Transforming Global Energy
Renewable Energy Hydropower Innovations: Eco-Friendly Tech Transforming Global Energy

The hydropower industry is experiencing a significant transformation as innovative technologies pave the way for more efficient, sustainable energy solutions. Breakthroughs in hydromechanical engineering and the integration of renewable energy sources in different regions illustrate the

EPA Report: Electric Vehicles Cut Emissions 11%, Boost Fuel Economy
Infrastructure & Technology EPA Report: Electric Vehicles Cut Emissions 11%, Boost Fuel Economy

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) 50th annual Automotive Trends Report has been released, providing a comprehensive analysis of the impact that electric and plug-in hybrid vehicles have had on emissions reduction for new vehicles in the United States. Among the most significant f

USDA Funds $1.4B Renewable Energy Project in Rural Texas
Renewable Energy USDA Funds $1.4B Renewable Energy Project in Rural Texas

The quest for renewable energy in rural Texas took a significant leap forward with the recent allocation of $1.4 billion in grant and loan financing by the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Utilities Service to San Miguel Electric Cooperative. This momentous initiative, awarded towards the

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