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.
Coal Plants Also Face Downtime, Reliability Myths Debunked: Fact-Check
Conventional Fuels Coal Plants Also Face Downtime, Reliability Myths Debunked: Fact-Check

The assertion frequently made in discussions about energy reliability is that coal does not experience the operational downtimes commonly associated with solar and wind power. This claim, however, oversimplifies the complex reality of energy production. Coal plants, like any other large-scale

BP Acquires Full Stake in Brazilian Bioenergy Firm, Eyes Green Future
Renewable Energy BP Acquires Full Stake in Brazilian Bioenergy Firm, Eyes Green Future

In a significant move towards securing a foothold in the renewable energy landscape, BP announced the acquisition of Bunge's 50% stake in their Brazilian sugar and ethanol joint venture, BP Bunge Bioenergia, for $1.4 billion. This acquisition not only consolidates BP's position in one of

How Is Octopus Energy Transforming the US Renewable Energy Market?
Renewable Energy How Is Octopus Energy Transforming the US Renewable Energy Market?

Octopus Energy, a prominent player in the global renewable energy landscape, has taken a significant step into the US renewable energy sector through the acquisition of two solar power facilities. This move not only marks its entry into the US market for the first time but also aligns with its

Harness Demand Response for Efficient, Sustainable Facility Management
Energy Management Harness Demand Response for Efficient, Sustainable Facility Management

Demand response is increasingly recognized as a pivotal operational tool for facility managers who aim to enhance energy efficiency, operational resilience, and sustainability. With the interconnected electric grid strained by growing energy demands, demand response mechanisms serve as crucial

Is Ørsted's 300 MW Tesla Battery a Grid Game Changer?
Energy Management Is Ørsted's 300 MW Tesla Battery a Grid Game Changer?

The renewable energy landscape is witnessing a monumental shift, as Ørsted integrates a colossal Tesla Megapack battery system into its Hornsea 3 Offshore Wind Farm in the UK. This energy colossus, boasting a 300 MW capacity and 600 MWh of energy storage, has the potential to revolutionize how we

SOLshare Raises $2.2M for EV Integration, Aims for Eco Impact
Infrastructure & Technology SOLshare Raises $2.2M for EV Integration, Aims for Eco Impact

Driving toward a greener future, SOLshare, a trailblazing climate-tech company based in Dhaka, Bangladesh, has secured a substantial $2.2 million in funding, a critical part of a larger $4 million round spearheaded by SBK Tech Ventures. This injection of capital marks a strategic move to integrate

How Will the 2024 Election Shape the US Energy Sector?
Environmental & Regulations How Will the 2024 Election Shape the US Energy Sector?

The fast-approaching 2024 Presidential election in the United States stands as a significant milestone for the country's energy sector. Occupying a pivotal position between progressive clean energy initiatives and the robust traditional energy market, the election results could spell

Can Leap and SWTCH Reshape Energy Grids with EVs?
Infrastructure & Technology Can Leap and SWTCH Reshape Energy Grids with EVs?

The sphere of energy management is witnessing an evolution that could redefine our relationship with electricity. Leap, a virtual power plant (VPP) leader, and SWTCH Energy, an innovator in the electric vehicle (EV) charging realm, are joining forces. Their objective? To merge EV charging networks

How Will AI Surge Drive Utility Sector Growth?
Infrastructure & Technology How Will AI Surge Drive Utility Sector Growth?

As artificial intelligence (AI) models such as ChatGPT gain prominence, the electrical grids that power our digital advancements are under increased strain. These sophisticated technologies require far more electricity than traditional digital operations, which has created a surge in power

How Does RheEnergise Revolutionize Hydropower Storage?
Energy Management How Does RheEnergise Revolutionize Hydropower Storage?

Revolutionizing the realm of sustainable energy, RheEnergise introduces its 'no water' hydropower technology—a game-changing solution that stands to redefine the way we store and manage our renewable resources. Breaking away from the chains of traditional hydroelectric methods, this i

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