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🔋 Exciting News in Energy Innovation! 🔋 I'm thrilled to share the groundbreaking developments of the 300MW/600MWh Blackhillock storage project in Scotland, spearheaded by the visionary team at Zenobē Energy. 🌐 World's First in Stability Services Upon completion, this under-construction battery storage project will make history as the world's first to deliver stability services through a transmission-connected battery. 🌍💡 🚀 Milestone Achieved: Financial Close and Construction Kickoff Zenobē Energy achieved a significant milestone with the financial close and the commencement of construction on the initial phase, a robust 200MW system, in February 2023. 🔧 Rapid Progress: Phase I Operational by Summer 2024 Anticipate witnessing the future unfold as Phase I is scheduled to commence commercial operations by summer 2024. This marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of sustainable energy solutions. 🌈 Expanding Capacities: Phase II in the Pipeline But the journey doesn't end there! Zenobē Energy has its sights set on the future with plans for an additional 100MW capacity in Phase II, expected to go live in the second half of 2026. This expansion reaffirms the commitment to shaping a greener and more resilient energy landscape. 🌟 Proud to be a Part of Tomorrow's Energy Solutions As we witness the transformation of energy infrastructure, it's inspiring to see companies like Zenobē Energy lead the charge. Let's celebrate these milestones and look forward to a more sustainable, innovative, and resilient energy future! #EnergyInnovation #Sustainability #RenewableEnergy #BatteryStorage #ZenobēEnergy #BlackhillockProject 🌐🔋 https://lnkd.in/eV7nW5Xk

Grid modernization is a crucial aspect of Canada's energy infrastructure... The Canadian Electricity Association estimating that $350 billion is needed between 2015 and 2050 for this purpose. The federal government has also taken steps to support grid modernization efforts through initiatives such as the smart grid call for proposals and the Smart Grid Program, which provides financial support for modernizing electricity grids and storage. The increasing demand for clean electricity and the country's commitment to achieving net-zero emissions by 2050 underscore the importance of grid modernization. The traditional grid faces challenges in handling the variability and decentralization of renewable generation, leading to issues like renewable curtailment and grid instability. Proactive upgrades, such as decentralized control systems, dynamic load balancing, and real-time monitoring, are essential to optimize the integration of renewables into the grid. Energy storage and real-time sensor networks are also key components of grid modernization, enabling operators to store excess renewable energy and make real-time adjustments to ensure grid stability. By investing in these technologies and innovations, Canada can unlock the full potential of renewable energy and transition to a cleaner and more sustainable energy future. Without modernization, we risk renewable curtailment and destabilization. But proactive upgrades present a path to optimize integration. Specific solutions span decentralized control systems, dynamic load balancing, and real-time monitoring. When woven together, they create resilient, efficient grids ready to capitalize on renewables' possibilities. Take for example, distributed control. By using autonomous, localized systems, grid operators gain flexibility to reroute supply and demand as conditions change. Renewables become a dynamic and vital piece of the puzzle instead of a hindrance. Similarly, adding energy storage smoothing capabilities helps stabilize variable inputs. Excess renewable energy during peak production gets stored for dispatch when the sun isn't shining or winds die down. And real-time sensor networks provide visibility so operators can see how renewables are performing and adjust other assets accordingly. These technologies underscore how innovation and infrastructure upgrades can unlock renewable potential. Without them, leaving grids unchanged is to me the same as using a flip phone in the smartphone era!! They work, but are clearly massively limited in their potential! The solutions exist, now action and investment must follow. Our grids remain the backbone of energy supplies. Let's modernize them to electrify and decarbonize the future. What do you think? #gridmodernization #energyinfrastructure

Powering Queensland's Future: The Supernode Project Unveiled! 💡🔋 Quinbrook Infrastructure has kicked off the construction of the first phase of its groundbreaking Supernode project, set to transform southeast Queensland's energy landscape. 🚀🌏 With a staggering investment of $325 million, this innovative initiative aims to establish an impressive 800 MW / 2,000 MWh battery energy storage system. 🌟⚡ Designed to bolster data centre operations and provide crucial dispatchable services to the grid, the Supernode promises to be a game-changer in #sustainable energy solutions. 💼💡 What's more, Quinbrook has secured financing for the project's inaugural phase, thanks to a strategic offtake agreement with Origin Energy, Australia's largest electricity retailer. 🌱 Under this partnership, Origin Energy commits to purchasing the entire capacity of the initial 250 MW, two-hour battery energy storage system through a long-term offtake contract. 💡🔌 Stay tuned as we witness the unfolding of this monumental project, shaping the future of #sustainable energy in #Queensland and beyond! 🌏🌟 https://lnkd.in/eUFJfBVn #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergy #Sustainability #GreenEnergy #GreenTech

"The BIG Picture". This is a great reminder of the importance of infrastructure projects. At first, they can seem quite boring. Maybe they are. But they are the core of the system. Without a strong core, all the other projects we need can only get so far. #infrastructure #renewables #energy #projectmanagement #leadership https://lnkd.in/gGNqZ7cp

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Electricity transmission is the enabler of the #energytransition, and the Italian grid stands out as one of the world’s most advanced, interconnected and future-oriented. Here’s a look at how it’s evolving – and why Enel Group’s solutions can aid in accelerating the global shift to green power #distributedgeneration #energycommunities #renewables #greenenergy

Enel North America, a leading clean energy company, and Eaton, an intelligent power management firm, have announced the successful completion of #PuertoRico’s largest clean energy #microgrid. Situated at Eaton’s circuit breaker manufacturing facility in #Arecibo, the microgrid integrates a 5-megawatt (MWac) #solarsystem with a 1.1 MW battery and existing onsite generators. By generating and storing #cleanenergy independently from the external #powergrid, the microgrid substantially diminishes the facility’s #carbonfootprint, bolsters energy resilience, and reinforces community infrastructure. The solar system is projected to produce nearly 10 GWh of #renewableenergy annually, averting approximately 7,100 metric tons of #CO2emissions each year and slashing costs by almost 20%. Eaton’s sustainability endeavors at its Arecibo facility are part of the company’s broader initiative, aiming for a 50% reduction in carbon emissions across its operations by 2030. #EnelNorthAmerica #Eaton #CleanEnergy #Microgrid #RenewableEnergy #Sustainability #CarbonFootprint #PuertoRico #NorthAmerica Read more: https://lnkd.in/dd5nrXAG

🇲🇽 Mexico's electric utility sector is facing major challenges. Aging infrastructure, regulatory changes, and increasing energy demand are putting immense pressure on the system. FYLD's AI-powered platform is helping utilities navigate these complexities by improving efficiency, reducing costs, and enhancing grid reliability.💡 Learn more about how we're transforming the industry: https://hubs.li/Q02JmXLk0 David Lamadrid #Mexico #energy #infrastructure #AI #FYLD #utilities #renewables

The transition to renewables is going to be challenging. 🔆🍃 We have set tough targets, particularly in #QLD, which means we have a #Productivity crisis on our hands to establish the infrastructure required. John and Dan, who have had years of diverse experience in infrastructure projects, founded Lewis Woolcott on the basis that innovation in our industry was well overdue. We have focused our time on developing project technology that improves visibility and critical path analysis, to empower productivity and value for money. Read our latest blog on how we see technology supporting project controls for the #EnergyTransition: https://lnkd.in/grUmgGaH #InfrastructureProjects #Renewables #ProjectControls #PMO