Energy
New Jersey’s nuclear legacy and its next chapter
New Jersey’s nuclear story is entering a new era. From Oyster Creek’s historic beginnings to Salem and Hope Creek powering millions of homes today. After decades of limits on new development, the state is once again opening the door to nuclear energy to help meet rising demand and strengthen grid reliability.
Environment
Moss Landing, California’s toxic legacy and what New Jersey must learn
A year after the Moss Landing battery fire, the environmental and human impacts are still unfolding in California. As NJ moves towards similar battery storage at scale, what lessons can be learned from the infamous fire?
Energy
After 3 years without nuclear power, Germany is changing its mind. Why? [Deseret News]
"And while their carbon emissions have dropped at least 32% since 2000, Germany 'simply doesn’t have enough energy-generation capacity,' Merz said."
Energy
Waste to watts: New RNG facility opens in South Jersey
A new renewable natural gas (RNG) facility is officially online in Atlantic County, turning landfill gas into clean, pipeline-ready fuel for homes and businesses. This project marks the first time RNG will directly enter the South Jersey Gas system. A major step forward for clean energy in New Jersey.
Energy
The Big Problem With Solar Power [Sabine Hossenfelder]
"But according to new analyses, solar isn’t as cheap as we’ve been led to believe. Let’s take a look at the real cost of solar power and other problems with the technology."
Economy
California reconsidering 2035 gas car ban [Inside EVs]
This reconsideration highlights the tension between ambitious climate goals and practical implementation, with California’s decision likely to influence national and global EV policy discussions.
Energy
How the US cut climate-changing emissions while its economy more than doubled [The Conversation]
This article underscores that economic growth and emissions reduction can coexist with the right mix of technology, policy, and market forces.
Energy
International Energy Agency Says Renewable Energy Projects to Rise but World Will Keep Relying on Fossil Fuels, Especially Natural Gas [AP]
The world is on track to build more renewable energy projects in a five-year period than it has in the last 40 years, but natural gas will continue to be relied upon.
Data Centers
Data centers turn to commercial aircraft jet engines bolted onto trailers as AI power crunch bites — cast-off turbines generate up to 48 MW...
"...this is the first time they’ve appeared in any meaningful way at data center sites. That speaks volumes about just how tight power supplies in the U.S. have become."
Energy
How Ben & Jerry’s is recycling food waste into energy [PBS NewsHour]
Something to ponder the next time you're enjoying Ben & Jerry's ice cream.
Energy
Energy 101: Small Modular Reactors [Department of Energy]
"Advanced small modular reactors could change the way we think about reliable, clean and affordable nuclear power."
Energy
The Problem with Wind Energy [Real Engineering]
Wind energy is not plug and play. A lot of engineering and technical challenges still must be resolved.
Energy
What to do with the Paulsboro Wind Port?
With New Jersey's offshore wind plans on indefinite hold, how can the Paulsboro Windport be repurposed to address the state's energy crisis?
Energy
Climate Advocates and Legislative Leaders Rally at Statehouse to Call for 100% Clean Energy by 2035 Legislation
Climate Advocates and Legislative Leaders Convene Rally at Statehouse to Call for Legislation That Achieves 100% Clean Energy by 2035
Trenton, New Jersey – A...
Energy
New York Announces New Nuclear Power Plant
“If we don't increase our capacity over the next decade, we will see rolling blackouts,” Hochul warned during her announcement at the Niagara Power Plant.
Energy
Environmental Advocates Respond to Atlantic Shores Decision to Vacate its OREC
Trenton, New Jersey – The following is a statement from Ed Potosnak, Executive Director of New Jersey LCV, regarding Atlantic Shores filing to vacate...
Economy
DeGesero: US Senate Vote to Repeal EV Car and Truck Mandates a Win for NJ Consumers
In response to the US Senate voting to repeal California’s electric car and electric truck mandates, which ends New Jersey’s EV mandates, Eric DeGesero,...
Business
Con Edison proposes double-digit rate hikes to fund clean energy and infrastructure upgrades [AM NY]
"The utility said more customers are switching to heat pumps and electric vehicles in alignment with New York State’s climate laws, and the proposed investments will ensure the grid is prepared for this transition."
Energy
NJ’s Energy Master Plan is about to get reassessed [NJ Spotlight]
New Jersey’s Energy Master Plan is getting an update, a much-anticipated task given its role as the road map for how the state is...