Tag: electricity

China Surpasses Wind and Solar Targets Ahead of Schedule – What Comes Next in Its Energy Transition?

China has entered a pivotal phase of its energy transition, according to a new analysis by the international think tank EMBER. In 2024, the country surpassed its 2030 renewable energy targets by...

After the Energy Collapse, a New Debate on the Role of Nuclear Energy in Spain

On April 28, 2025, Spain and Portugal experienced one of the most significant blackouts in their recent history. Within seconds, the power system of the Iberian Peninsula collapsed, leaving millions of people...

Switzerland Tests Solar System Between Railway Tracks

Swiss startup Sun-Ways has officially launched the first removable solar power plant installed between active railway tracks. This marks a significant step toward full integration of solar technology into railway networks, with the...

Transformation From Waste to New Products

P aper is often presented as an environmentally friendly alternative to plastic, especially when it comes to packaging. However, even paper waste, if not properly managed, remains a source of pollution in...

Energy System Collapse Across the Peninsula – Power Outage Paralyzes Spain and Portugal

On April 28 at 12:30 p.m. local time, Spain and Portugal were struck by one of the most extensive power outages in recent decades, leaving millions of people without electricity, water, internet...

Long-Term Profitability of Renewable Energy in the Shadow of High Upfront Costs

The decision to transition to renewable energy sources as an alternative to fossil fuels is often questioned due to concerns about financial viability, with high initial costs being the primary factor. However,...

When AI Answers, the Planet Pays: The Truth About Electricity and Water Consumption

We hardly noticed when ChatGPT, DeepSeek, and other AI chatbots snuck into every segment of our lives – from planning family trips to solving complicated work tasks, and even dealing with love...

Power in Every Drop – How Rain Becomes Electricity

Energy is all around us – in the air, in the waves, and even in the grass beneath our feet. The key question is no longer whether energy exists, but whether we...

Installation of All Wind Turbines Completed in Kostolac

Elektroprivreda Srbije (EPS) has completed the installation of all 20 wind turbines within its first wind farm in Kostolac, marking the entry of this significant project into its final phase. The wind...

Grid Congestion as an Obstacle to the Energy Transition – How to Overcome the Challenges

The growing demand for electricity, electrification, and the accelerated shift to renewable energy sources worldwide require a more flexible system. Power grids play a crucial role in connecting new energy sources and...

Solar Project on the Tamiš Riverbank

The construction of a solar power plant as an infrastructural undertaking requires thorough planning, design, and precise execution of works to ensure the efficiency and longevity of the system. Near the river...

EU Fund Supports Tidal Energy Project with a 31.3 Million Euros Grant

During tides, seawater gains a specific form of energy that can be harnessed for electricity production—something that has garnered significant attention in recent years. The European Union’s Innovation Fund has recognized the importance...

Innovations For Energy Efficiency And Environmental Sustainability

Nestled in the north-western part of Bosnia and Herzegovina, with a rich history and strategic location, Gradiška is an important regional trade, transport, and culture hub. The town stretches along the Sava...

Biomass Power Plant at BAT Factory and Geothermal Energy Research in Croatia

One of the latest steps in Croatia’s energy transition is the opening of a biomass power plant in Kanfanar. This plant is part of the British American Tobacco (BAT) factory, one of...

Plug-in Solar Systems Conquering the European Market

Solar panels in households are becoming a key element of the energy transition. In this context, plug-in solar power plants could significantly accelerate the expansion of solar technologies due to their affordability...

Wind and Solar Surpass Coal in U.S. Electricity Generation

For the first time last year, the United States reached a milestone where solar and wind energy together generated more electricity than coal, according to the organization EMBER. Wind and solar accounted...

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