Energy in Action! — power generation

What a fantastic solar energy, Cleantech, energy policy and disruptive technologies panel and discussion hosted by United Consulting.  Led by Georgia Public Service Commissioner, Tim Echols, the presenters represented a cross section of stakeholders in the industry - Alicia Case, Southeast Region Lead of Sustainability with JLL, Wilson Mallard, Director of Renewable Development with Georgia Power, Southern Company and Kaveh Kamooneh, Owner with Better Solar Tomorrow.   Some key takeaways - - Georgia is on the move with leading edge companies building factories to support the Cleantech industry. The Georgia Department of Economic Development working with policy makers, Georgia Power and local communities have landed some major...

A microgrid is a small scale electricity grid that can operate independently from the main power grid. It is typically used to provide power to a small community or a single building, and it can incorporate a variety of different energy sources, such as solar panels, wind turbines, and fossil fuel generators.  It can utilize battery storage to add to the Microgrid’s resiliency. There are several different types of microgrids each with its own unique characteristics and applications.One type of microgrid is the stand alone microgrid which is not connected to the main power grid. These systems are often used...

A virtual power plant, also known as a VPP, a system that uses a network of distributed energy resources (DERs) such as solar panels, wind turbines, and energy storage systems to generate and manage electricity. Unlike a traditional power plant that relies on a central source of generation, a VPP is decentralized and can be located at multiple sites across a grid. One of the key benefits of a VPP is its ability to provide flexibility and reliability to the power grid. Because the generation and storage of electricity is distributed across multiple sites, a VPP can quickly adjust to...

Energy Sustainability Mega trends- In recent years, there has been a growing focus on the need for clean, renewable sources of energy, as well as the importance of sustainability. This has led to a number of mega trends in the energy, power, cleantech, and sustainability sectors that are beginning to have a significant impact on people's lives.One of the biggest trends in the energy industry is the shift towards renewable sources of energy. This includes technologies such as solar, wind, and hydro power, as well as more emerging technologies such as tidal and geothermal energy. This shift is being driven...