Gas turbines: what outlook in energy transition?
…drivers that will accelerate demand in our gas turbine outlook. They are linked to the rise of AI, energy policy in China, the rise of renewables lowering utilization rates across…
Energy transition: the triple challenge?
…the right place, and in the right quantities. Our outlook for renewables under the new US administration is on page 13. Incentivizing new technology is another area where we think…
Kraken Technologies: smart grid breakthrough?
…harness big data, of which 65% optimize aspects of the grid, and 40% are using AI. This all supports electrification, renewables and EVs. $449.00 – Purchase Checkout Added to cart Octopus Energy…
Grid-forming inverters: islands in the sun?
…inverters cost c$100/kW more than grid-following inverters, which is inflationary, but integrate more renewables, raise resiliency and efficiency? $449.00 – Purchase Checkout Added to cart The output of a solar module, a…
Material and manufacturing costs by region: China vs US vs Europe?
…especially for Chinese LFP versus Western LFP and NMC, or for wind turbine blades. https://thundersaidenergy.com/2024/09/26/lfp-batteries-cathode-glow/ Deteriorating trade relations with China would be highly inflationary for Western renewables and electrification initiatives,…
Wind: aim higher?
This data-file contains a simple model for how wind speeds and wind power co-vary with altitude. 2x greater power could likely be harnessed by a kite at 300m than a…
Vehicles: fuel economy and energy efficiency?
Vehicle fuel economy and energy efficiency are quantified in this data-file, looking across different transportation types: cars, trucks, buses, hybrids, electric vehicles (EVs), hydrogen cars, planes, trains, helicopters, plus other…
Ventures for an Energy Transition?
This database tabulates almost 300 venture investments made by 9 of the leading Oil Majors, as the energy industry advances and transitions. $799.00 – Purchase Checkout Added to cart The largest portion…
Round Trip Battery Efficiencies
This data-file derives the ‘net round trip efficiency’ of nine different battery solutions for storing energy. Rough costs are also estimated. Net round trip efficiency is calculated as the energy…
Biomass accumulation: CO2 fixed by trees and energy crops?
Different plant species fix 3-30 tons of CO2 per acre per year, as they accumulate biomass at 2-40 tons per hectare per year. The numbers matter for biofuels and for…