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Industrial clusters—geographic areas where co-located companies create opportunities for scaling, risk/resource sharing, and demand optimization—can provide a comprehensive approach to optimizing emission solutions and developing an integrated energy system. On this episode of EPRI Current, host Bill Florence speaks with two leading scientists (Sean Bushart with the World Economic Forum and Jonathan Oxley with CBI (Confederation of British Industry), who are actively engaged in researching and managing the world’s industrial clusters. The episode discusses industrial clusters in general, highlights the World Economic Council’s global work to increase collaboration amongst clusters, and focuses on the Humber Industrial Cluster, the largest CO2 emitting cluster in the U.K. Tune in to learn how industrial clusters can lead the way to a sustainable energy future. https://lnkd.in/eV4cfBxP #IndustrialClusters #Sustainability #EnergyTransition #NetZero #Innovation #EPRI #WEF #CBI

The Darkness of Space: A New Frontier in Clean Energy There’s one place where the sun is always shining: space! Unlike on Earth where the sun only reaches solar panels part of the day, the infinity of space has huge potential. But building solar farms in space would be very challenging and so would beaming the energy back. As we push towards a cleaner energy future, solar power continues to be a critical player. In 2023, it accounted for around 4% of the U.S. utility-scale electricity capacity, with projections showing a 75% increase by 2025. However, challenges, like intermittency, remain significant. Enter space-based solar power (SBSP) —an ambitious solution to this problem. With the sun shining continuously in space, SBSP offers the promise of harnessing solar energy without the limitations faced on Earth. The real hurdles? Safety, the challenges of building in Space, and the efficiency in transmitting this energy back to Earth. At EPRI, we're exploring cutting-edge research in SBSP and its potential to revolutionize energy transmission. Check out my column in Public Utilities Fortnightly https://lnkd.in/gvgsrhw6 Tapping Solar Power from the Darkness of Space Additionally, be sure to take a look at EPRI’s latest research by my colleague, JD. Readle, on power beaming https://lnkd.in/gn-k-BVD —a technology with roots in the visionary work of Heinrich Hertz and Nikola Tesla. This includes exploring the feasibility of transmitting solar energy wirelessly from space-based satellites to Earth. #Energy #SolarPower #Innovation #SpaceTechnology #CleanEnergy #Research #EPRI

𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗸 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗖𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗮𝗿𝘀! 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝟯𝗿𝗱 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗹 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿-𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 (𝗪𝗘𝗧) 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘂𝗺 𝗶𝘀 𝗮𝗹𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲! Join us, 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟮-𝟮𝟯, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰, in 𝗔𝘁𝗹𝗮𝗻𝘁𝗮, 𝗚𝗔, for a dynamic two-day event that brings together experts from across the energy and water sectors. This forum is dedicated to exploring the 𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿-𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗡𝗲𝘅𝘂𝘀—an important intersection as we navigate the transition to a decarbonized economy. Engage in collaborative discussions, gain insights from cutting-edge research, and discover innovative solutions that address the complex challenges of integrating water considerations into energy transformation efforts. 🔑 Key Speakers: • Neva Espinoza, EPRI’s Senior Vice President of Energy Supply and Low-Carbon Resources, delivering the keynote on the energy transition's impact on the Water-Energy Nexus. • Michael Rinker, from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), discussing the nexus of energy and water RD&D. • Rebecca Osteen, Southern Company, moderating a panel on the Water-Energy Nexus and the Energy Transition. • Katherine Zitsch, PE, BCEE, Strategic Water Policy Leader, addressing the energy transition and water planning in Georgia. This forum is a gathering for anyone interested the future of water and energy. Don’t miss the chance to connect with leading professionals from energy and water utilities, industry, national labs, and research institutes. For more details about the agenda and to register, visit the link: https://lnkd.in/eM3bAUEV #WETForum #WaterEnergyNexus #EPRI #EnergyTransformation

𝗘𝗣𝗥𝗜’𝘀 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱-𝗰𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗳𝗮𝗰𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀: 𝗖𝗿𝘂𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝗻 𝗱𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘃𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗘𝗣𝗥𝗜’𝘀 𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘀𝗼𝗰𝗶𝗲𝘁𝘆. EPRI’s labs focus on diverse topics such as energy efficiency, high-voltage testing, materials for power plants, and additive manufacturing. What makes EPRI’s labs unique is their prioritization of applied R&D and relevance to real-world problems. Our labs collaborate with the electricity industry, national laboratories, universities, and the government to transfer technology and provide relevant research. The labs also offer web-based tools and resources that members can access to make informed decisions about research on materials and component life management. In this episode of EPRI Current, host Bill Florence welcomes his guests, Dr. John Shingledecker, Principal Technical Executive with EPRI’s Generation Sector, and Diederic Godin, Senior Manager, Technical Support & Optimization (Engineering) with Capital Power. The episode provides an inside view of how EPRI’s laboratories operate and why Capitol Power has chosen EPRI to conduct critical R&D for the company. Key Highlights: • EPRI’s labs focus on driving value to members and society through applied R&D and relevance to real-world problems. • The labs collaborate with national laboratories, universities, and the government to transfer technology and provide relevant research. • Long-term testing and materials data underpin the web-based tools, helping utilities make lifetime decisions and improve supply chain challenges. https://lnkd.in/e3PHTrM8 #EPRI #ResearchAndDevelopment #Innovation #EnergyEfficiency #HighVoltageTesting #AdditiveManufacturing #TechnologyTransfer #Utilities #SupplyChain

As we advance towards the widespread adoption of electric vehicles (EVs), understanding the voice of the consumer is critical achieving scale and impact. To help better understand this, EPRI’s EVs2Scale2030 has collaborated with Plug In America on the development and release of its 2024 EV Consumer Survey. In general, the survey found that #EV drivers are satisfied with their vehicles. 89% said it is likely or very likely that their next car will be an EV, remaining in line with surveys from years past. Furthermore, the survey found that about 40% of EV drivers indicated that their primary purchase consideration was clean air and environmental protection, which has remained the top priority for drivers since our survey’s inception. Learn what else EV and non-EV drivers are saying about electric mobility 👉 https://lnkd.in/gUGCmq9n

EPRI’s Nuclear Sector membership was well represented and thoroughly engaged at last week’s Nuclear Power Council advisory meeting in Washington, D.C. More than 550 participants from 20 countries representing utilities, governments, developers, and suppliers shared ideas, plans and process improvements to increase capacity for #nuclearpowerplant generation throughout the week’s sessions. While there, we captured several brief conversations focused on collaborative activity and value derived through EPRI research: • Grover Hettel - Energy Northwest and Steve Swilley - EPRI (https://lnkd.in/eniD_kRb) • Paul Howdle - Rolls-Royce SMR and Michael Ruszkowski - EPRI (https://lnkd.in/eyPvnheF) • Pam Gorman Prochaska - Xcel Energy and Daniel M. (Dan) Wells - EPRI (https://lnkd.in/eCKr_zff) • Ignacio Real - Iberdrola, Benoit Masson - EDF and Sal Villalobos - EPRI (https://lnkd.in/eamSpQX5) #moremegawatts #nuclearcollaboration

Who should attend the 10th International Conference on Advances in Materials, Manufacturing, and Repair for Power Plants? Here are EPRI’s John Shingledecker and Marc Albert to share agenda details and who will benefit. This conference, being held October 15-18 in Bonita Springs, Florida, is a helpful resource at this transformational time for the energy sector, highlighting the latest advancements in materials and manufacturing, and repair for conventional thermal power generation and advanced systems. Learn more here: https://lnkd.in/gKYanGGU

Once a budding pharmacist in college, EPRI’s Ronald Schoff quickly realized his interests and skills lay in chemical and process engineering. In his Chauncey Chat, recorded at EPRI’s annual Summer Seminar, Ron highlights the potential for first movers to shrink the technology gaps that would enable superhot rock geothermal to reach scale as an emission-free energy generation source. With a small footprint and minimal environmental impacts, superhot rock geothermal would provide up to 10X the energy per drilled well compared to conventional geothermal and would work almost anywhere. Ron describes how three important factors: depth, permeability, and reliable design, must be addressed to bring this particular type of geothermal generation to scale. Named in honor of EPRI’s founder, Chauncey Starr, Chauncey Chats are five-minute presentations that highlight unique projects, research, or aspects of innovation that exemplify EPRI’s mission and our pivotal role in supporting the clean energy transition. https://lnkd.in/g6feeHX3

Excited to announce that EPRI’s Director of Transportation, Britta Gross, will be keynoting the inaugural EV SUMMIT USA on October 15 at The University of Texas at Austin!⚡️ This Summit will bring together industry leaders to drive innovation, collaboration, and infrastructure development in our shift to electric vehicles. At such a critical juncture in our country’s electrification transition, this summit aims to drive the e-mobility sector forward and sustain its growth for the long-term. Don’t miss the chance to join Britta and other industry thought leaders to help shape the future of transportation. https://lnkd.in/e4msb5zX