The town of Bridgend in Wales is at the center of a heated debate over a proposed nuclear energy plant. Last Energy, an American-owned company, plans to build a small modular reactor (SMR) facility in the area. This proposal comes amid a new policy shift under Keir Starmer aiming to streamline
In a substantial move towards enhancing Poland’s energy infrastructure, Energa-Operator has successfully secured $1.8 billion in funding aimed at modernizing and digitalizing the power grid in northern and central Poland, marking the largest initiative in the company’s history. This comprehensive pr
The advantageous implications of implementing smart meters on Prince Edward Island (P.E.I) are vast, providing a promising solution for modernizing the power grid, conserving energy, and reducing costs. However, the journey toward widespread adoption is fraught with challenges, particularly in
In an ambitious and innovative endeavor to pave the way for a sustainable future, the GreenSwitch project has embarked on a transformative journey to modernize and digitalize energy grid infrastructure across Austria, Slovenia, and Croatia. Funded by CEF Energy with EUR 73 million, this project
In a significant move towards enhancing energy efficiency and reliability, Bulgaria's state-owned utility and power generator, NEK, has announced its plans to upgrade its hydropower plants with Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) technology. By integrating BESS units into five hydropower
The recent regional energy summit in Tanzania brought together African leaders to discuss the critical need for investments to upgrade grid infrastructure and expand modern energy access across the continent. Organized by Mission 300, an initiative by the African Development Bank and the World
