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.
Can PJM Speed Up Clean Energy for Tax Credit Deadlines?
Energy Management Can PJM Speed Up Clean Energy for Tax Credit Deadlines?

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

Can Sulfur Dioxide Exposure Increase ALS Risk?
Environmental & Regulations Can Sulfur Dioxide Exposure Increase ALS Risk?

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

AI's Dual Impact on Economy and Power Grid Challenges
Energy Management AI's Dual Impact on Economy and Power Grid Challenges

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

Keadby Power Station: A Hydrogen-Powered Future Unveiled
Infrastructure & Technology Keadby Power Station: A Hydrogen-Powered Future Unveiled

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

Oil Prices Drop Amid US-China Trade Tensions and Oversupply
Conventional Fuels Oil Prices Drop Amid US-China Trade Tensions and Oversupply

What happens when the lifeblood of the global economy—oil—starts to lose its value at an alarming rate, sending shockwaves through industries and households alike? Today, with Brent crude dipping to $61.05 per barrel and West Texas Intermediate at $57.33, both down by 0.4%, the energy market is in

Pune Trials Green Hydrogen Bus for Cleaner Transport
Renewable Energy Pune Trials Green Hydrogen Bus for Cleaner Transport

Imagine a bustling city like Pune, where the air is thick with pollution from countless vehicles, and the urgent need for sustainable solutions has never been clearer, especially as urban centers across India grapple with alarming levels of carbon emissions. The recent trial of Maharashtra's first

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

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