Tuesday, April 1, 2025

Energy

NJBPU’s 2024 EMP is MIA

"...But what was presented at the meeting by consultant Energy+Environmental Economics (E3) was not a complete draft, but instead a short slide presentation titled, 'Executive Summary DRAFT'"

The power behind the switch

Imagine flipping a switch and instantly lighting up a room. What is actually happening behind the switch? This video explains the basics of electrical...

NJ’s pending electric rate increase sparks finger-pointing [NJ Spotlight]

"The board said because of the auction’s outcome, electric bills for most customers serviced by the state’s four large companies will jump on an...

BRILLIANT MINUTES: AI’s energy needs [WBAY TV-2]

AI is going to change the way that we live, work, and play much like the smartphone and personal computer did. Maybe even more. There's...

The Troubled Energy Transition: How to Find a Pragmatic Path Forward [Foreign Affairs]

“Part of the problem is sheer cost: many trillions of dollars, with great uncertainty as to who is to pay it. Part of the problem is the failure to appreciate that climate goals do not exist in a vacuum. They coexist with other objectives—from GDP growth and economic development to energy security and reducing local pollution—and are complicated by rising global tensions, both East-West and North-South.”

Five Infrastructure Challenges the Next Governor of New Jersey Will Face

New Jersey will elect a new governor in 2025. They will need to address the state of the state’s infrastructure, balancing competing interests and budgets. Here are five questions that could spark some meaningful discussions with gubernatorial candidates about New Jersey's infrastructure, transportation, water, and energy.

Moss Landing Battery Storage Facility Fire: Renewable Energy’s Three Mile Island?

The Moss Landing fire has been described as a 'wake-up call' for the battery storage industry. Local officials are calling for a comprehensive independent investigation to determine the cause of the fire and develop improved safety measures.

Winter Blues: Massachusetts and New York struggle to stay warm, burn more oil than ever with gas pipelines stalled

But neighboring states New York and Massachusetts are facing energy challenges as this cold spell persists…

State of Energy in New Jersey and the PJM Grid

Some basic facts about the PJM grid, New Jersey energy production and usage, and energy demand from AI and data centers that will play an increasing role in our economy.

Powering New Jersey’s Ambitious AI Push

Growth, Jobs, and Energy The data center industry is a massive and rapidly growing sector, valued at over $95 billion in 2023 in the U.S....

Code Blue Alert issued for all 21 counties in New Jersey amid freezing temperatures [News 12]

"A Code Blue alert has been issued for all 21 counties in New Jersey, effective through most of the week and into next week...

NERC: Plant Closures, Surging Demand Pose Risk to Grid Over the Next Decade

"Over half of North America is at risk of energy shortfalls in the next 10 years amid surging electricity demand and thermal plant retirements, according to a new report from the North American Electric Reliability Corp."

Low Batt: The Challenge of Batteries in Winter

"Batteries, like humans, aren't big fans of cold weather and don't work well when the temperatures drop. You’ll notice it in your phone - leave it in the cold and the battery life drops precipitously."

Coal use to reach new peak – and remain at near-record levels for years [The Guardian]

"The world’s coal use is expected to reach a fresh high of 8.7bn tonnes this year, and remain at near-record levels for years as a result of a global gas crisis triggered by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine."

Year after Wappinger Falls Home Explosion, Questions Remain

"Multiple questions remain about the exact cause of the explosion and the accountability of those involved. Who was operating the machinery that struck the gas line? What kind of training and experience did they have? How could this accident have been avoided?"

Hydrogen Fuel for Shipping and Logistics in New Jersey: Sailing to a Sustainable Future

Global shipping is responsible for about 3% of annual CO2 emissions. The industry's reliance on heavy fuel oil contributes significantly to climate change, air...

Why Germany’s Economy, Once a Leader in Europe, Is Now in Crisis [New York Times]

"Germany, Europe’s largest economy, has not seen significant growth in the past two years. On Friday, the economy recorded 0.1 percent growth from July...

Energy Resilience in Healthcare: Mission Critical

Modern healthcare facilities depend upon reliable energy. During natural disasters and power outages, keeping a healthcare facility powered is mission critical. In September 2024, hospitals...

Poll of Registered Voters on Energy Issues

An August 2024 poll of New Jersey registered voters reveals significant insights into public opinion regarding energy sources and climate change. A clear preference...