Solid-state batteries – the future of EVs?

Alberta's renewables ban to cost C$11bn and UK proposes more gas power capacity

Forward this email  |  View in browser PowerTechnology In Brief March 12, 2024 SPOTLIGHT READ Are solid-state batteries finally ready to live up to the hype? Harvard researchers have made a solid-state battery that charges in ten minutes and lasts for 30 years, but the much-hyped technology remains a long-horizon solution for the energy transition. Got a minute to spare? Take part in our research by answering our poll: Answer our poll question LATEST NEWS Alberta's renewables ban could cost C$11bn in lost investment – study New restrictions on renewables development, announced by the Government of Alberta on 28 February, could impact as many as 42 projects, a study finds.   UK proposes to add more gas power capacity The country is also considering location-based pricing for electricity.   SSE Japan to develop 6GW of offshore wind farms, boss says Around half of the targeted 6GW will be fixed-bottom offshore turbines and the other half will be floating.   Coal India and RRVUNL link for 4.1GW Rajasthan energy projects The plans include the development of two 800MW coal-based power plants and a 2GW solar power project.   Mainstream Renewable to build 440W wind projects in Philippines The company has secured development rights for the Santa Ana Cagayan and Panaon wind projects.   Petrovietnam and CIP sign MoU to boost Vietnam's renewable energy The companies will share expertise and explore the development of offshore wind in the country.   Scatec, Equinor and Hydro Rein begin operations at 531MW Brazil plant The solar plant is supported by a 20-year power purchase agreement (PPA) with alumina supplier Alunorte. Read more news INDEPTH READ Batteries – Industry Analysis   Batteries are integral to modern mobile internet, electric cars, and the initial adoption of intermittent renewable power storage and generation. They are poised to become one of the world's most significant industries over the next 10 years given stored energy's accelerating and expanding role in tackling climate change. GlobalData's latest report provides an overview of the current landscape, including technology, macroeconomic, and regulatory trends, as well as key players. Buy report MORE FOR YOU Explore our marketing solutions   Merging industry-leading business intelligence & award-winning journalism, this is an unrivalled opportunity for engagement with B2B professionals across a network of 40+ leading media websites.    Request a demo PARTNER CONTENT RRS Sir David Attenborough (SDA) British Antarctic Survey (BAS), a component of the Natural Environment Research Council (UKRI-NERC), delivers and enables world-leading interdisciplinary research in the Polar Regions.  How a Thermal Power Generation Plant Avoided Unplanned Downtime A thermal power generation plant encountered challenges detecting leakages in their generators' boilers early enough to plan maintenance and update their predicted power output accordingly. Future Power Technology Digital Magazine   Issue 160 | February 2024   In this issue: Public transport electrification, the greenwashing trap, EV supply chains and the Red Sea crisis and more. Read the magazine Click below to view more from across the network: Power Technology   |   Offshore Technology   |   Energy Monitor   Was this email forwarded to you? Sign up here.   Please send any news or comments to: energy.editorial@verdict.co.uk   GlobalData   At GlobalData we have a proven track record in helping thousands of companies, government organizations, and industry professionals benefit from faster, more informed decisions. You can update your communication preferences to make sure you receive the right information for you.    GlobalData, John Carpenter House | Registered in England No. 03925319, John Carpenter Street, London, EC4Y 0AN, United Kingdom London  Unsubscribe  |   Manage Preferences