Category: Electric

Average wholesale electricity prices at major trading hubs in the United States rose throughout much of 2022 and were, at times, volatile as a result of extreme weather events. The limited availability of coal to substitute for higher-priced natural gas also contributed to higher electricity prices. Prices at all electricity trading hubs were higher in […]

A number of organizations have developed “pathways” or “pillars” for reaching net zero emissions globally by 2050. While there is some variation in terminology, there is remarkable consistency around the core strategies. The World Bank summarizes findings from International Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) models with required action in four areas: 1. Decarbonize electricity production; […]

The Belgian company John Cockerill has announced the formation of a joint venture with a yet unnamed Moroccan company with the aim of investing in the development of the nascent green hydrogen industry in Morocco. The two partners plan to build an electrolyser production plant there. This is another step forward in the use of […]

Australia is now experiencing the same problem that faced the US just a few years ago — queues at fast chargers. Some electric vehicle owners are having to wait and queue to charge during peak holiday periods. What a wonderful problem to have. Each morning I check my news feed and have noticed that although […]

An answer to the mystery of the disappearing Ford F-150 Lightning electric pickup trucks may lie within the fleets.

If you say energy storage today, most people think you are talking about batteries. The intermittency of renewable energy sources such as solar and wind means sometimes there is more electricity available than is needed. Batteries can take that excess electricity and store it until such time as it can be put to work. But […]

The Avenger will not be sold in the US.

The German automaker continues to suffer from supply chain issues.