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Kenya's Energy Revolution: How SMRs Could Power a Greener, More Reliable Future" Kenya urgently needs Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) to address its growing energy demands while reducing its carbon footprint. SMRs offer a flexible, scalable, and cost-effective solution, making them ideal for the country’s diverse needs. With faster construction times and the potential for significant cost reductions, SMRs could revolutionize Kenya’s energy sector, boosting grid reliability and supporting industrial growth. Their smaller size makes them adaptable to various locations, even remote areas, promoting energy access. By adopting SMR technology, Kenya would position itself as a forward-thinking nation committed to sustainable energy development and climate change mitigation. By Caleb Wanjala Kundu Biochemist and Energy Enthusiast

Getting ready and finishing up my abstract for the upcoming EnergyTech 2024 in Netherlands, the 6th International Conference on Renewable Energy, Resources and Sustainable Technologies with the Theme “Shaping the Future: Sustainable Energy and Developments with New Technologies”. Working on several innovations that include sustainable usage of C21H29N7O17P3, also known as Nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide phosphate. Based on my research Save Lake Balkhash International Research Project we can use it industrially as a reducing agent while optimizing strategy of replacing certain hazardous chemicals with biosolutions. Biocatalysis improves sustainability and efficiency by achieving a higher quality, more cost-effective synthesis process. It eliminates the need for scarce, hazardous metal-based catalysts and helps comply with an ever-changing regulatory environment. Included advantage: decreased need for purification operations and boost in process yields. Save Lake Balkhash International Research Project Tällberg Foundation Zayed Sustainability Prize Gulf Energy Information World Oil ADNOC Group aramco ExxonMobil Shell bp Hydrocarbon Processing Monaco Hydrogen Alliance Hydrogen Americas 2025 Summit & Exhibition Hydrogen Economist

📢 COGEN Europe's Annual Conference 2024 will be held at the Stanhope Hotel in Brussels on Thursday, 14 November 2024 📅 ⏰ Register by July 31st and benefit from an Early Bird discount! 🐦 The Conference programme includes a series of panel sessions looking forward to the challenges and opportunities that the #cogeneration sector will face during the next five years, under the incoming European Commission which will be appointed in the autumn, following the European Parliament elections in June 🗳 +++++ Conference Session Themes +++++ 1️⃣ Industry Leaders’ Visions – Ensuring a Competitive & Sustainable Europe 2️⃣ Future-proof Cogeneration – Technology & Innovation for Net-Zero 3️⃣ Energy Consumers’ Voices for a Successful EU Green Deal 4️⃣ Getting 2040 Right – Unlocking Investments for Carbon Neutral, Competitive & Resilient Energy In the evening there will be a Cocktail Reception, Award Ceremony and Gala Dinner at the BELvue museum next to the Royal Palace in Brussels 🥂🏆🍽 We look forward to bringing our members and friends together in Brussels and we hope you'll be able to join us. The conference is open to Members of COGEN EUROPE and also to representatives of other companies and organisations. 😃 Participation is free of charge for policy makers from the EU institutions or from national/regional governments, and also for accredited journalists. More information ➡ https://bit.ly/CEAC-2024 Event Sponsors Gruppo AB - Energy Sustainability PGE Polska Grupa Energetyczna Polskie Towarzystwo Elektrociepłowni Zawodowych (PTEZ) Siemens Energy Caterpillar Inc. INNIO Group TEDOM 2G Energy AG Centrax Gas Turbines SHV Energy Media Partner COGENERATION CHANNEL

China's Undersea Power Revolution: Harnessing the Ocean's Energy I’ve been researching this topic for sometime and my findings are astounding! China has embarked on a groundbreaking venture to generate power from beneath the sea, marking a significant shift away from traditional petrol and oil sources. This innovative approach leverages the vast potential of oceanic energy through tidal generated power (aka Dynamic Tidal Power) to light up the nation, promising a sustainable and eco-friendly future. The Technology Behind the Transformation: The initiative involves advanced underwater turbines and wave energy converters, designed to harness the kinetic energy of ocean currents and waves. These systems convert the natural movement of seawater into electricity, which is then transmitted to the mainland via submerged cables. Benefits and Impact: This shift to undersea power generation brings numerous benefits: 1. Environmental Sustainability: Reduces reliance on fossil fuels, cutting down greenhouse gas emissions and pollution. 2. Energy Security: Diversifies energy sources, making the national power supply more resilient and less dependent on imported fuels. 3. Economic Growth: Stimulates innovation and creates jobs in the renewable energy sector. Future Prospects With pilot projects already showing promising results, China aims to expand its undersea power infrastructure rapidly. This could soon lead to a substantial portion of the country's energy needs being met by the ocean, illuminating cities and powering industries in a clean, sustainable manner. Takeaway: China's move to generate power from the sea is a bold step towards a greener future. By tapping into the boundless energy of ocean currents and waves, the nation is paving the way for an era where the sea itself can light up the country, heralding a new age of renewable energy.

Exploring Finland’s strengths with hydrogen economy, thoughts from the panel discussion World Hydrogen Summit & Exhibition: 🇫🇮 Active collaboration with and within the Finnish regions is rapidly ramping up- between municipalities and industry 🇫🇮 Diverse targets and competencies within the regions, complementing the Finnish H2 economy in the big picture 🇫🇮 Courageous and ambitious enough targets to enable green H2 production and usage - hence hopping over the intermediate blue hydrogen stage 🇫🇮 Optimized and balanced energy system incorporating the sector-coupled hydrogen and renewable electricity Gasgrid Business Finland Business Tampere BusinessOulu Suomen Vetylaakso ry Elinkeinoelämän keskusliitto EK – Confederation of Finnish Industries University of Oulu Centria University of Applied Sciences Helsinki Partners CLIC Innovation Oy

The Future of Carbon Capture in the UK: A Decarbonisation Priority Carbon capture, utilisation, and storage (CCUS) is set to play a crucial role in helping the UK meet its net-zero targets. By capturing up to 90% of CO2 emissions from heavy industries like steel and cement, CCUS can significantly reduce the country's carbon footprint. The UK government is prioritising this technology, with ambitious plans to develop multiple CCUS clusters by 2030. These clusters will capture emissions from industrial hubs, store the CO2 deep underground, and help meet the UK's climate goals Additionally, there is potential for using captured carbon to create useful products, such as fuels and building materials, helping to reduce costs and drive innovation However, the technology is expensive, and scaling it up remains a challenge While CCUS is not a complete solution, it is a key part of the UK's wider decarbonisation strategy, working alongside renewable energy and energy efficiency measures. With ongoing investment and technological progress, carbon capture could be vital in achieving the UK's net-zero ambitions by 2050

I've registered for the webinar: Clean hydrogen for heavy-duty transportation (July 9th at 9h PDT / 11h CDT / 18h CEST) ✅ Join me for this free session to learn about the progress that the industry has made in decarbonizing transportation jobs that require class 7 and 8 vehicles 🚛 https://lnkd.in/d2wFn7mD Join this webinar to: ✅ Understand the impact of GHG3 emissions rules, which require 25% of new long-haul and 40% of short-haul and medium-duty vehicles be zero-emission by 2032 ✅ Get access to lessons learned from California, the market with the longest experience in clean hydrogen applied to transportation in the United States ✅ Hear from manufacturers of hydrogen trucks and buses on costs, performance, and availability ✅ Find out more about initiatives to build up hydrogen refueling infrastructure, including the National Zero-Emission Freight Corridor Strategy ✅ Learn more about the dos and don’ts of running a hydrogen-powered fleet with case studies Register here 👉 https://lnkd.in/d2wFn7mD RENMAD - Energy Events

Unlocking the Future of Energy Storage: Thermal Batteries 🌟 Thermal batteries are emerging as a revolutionary alternative to lithium-ion technology. Here’s what stands out: 📉 The Challenge Renewables like wind and solar now contribute significantly in electricity, but their dependency on weather makes efficient energy storage crucial. 💡 The Solution Thermal batteries store electricity as heat in materials like graphite or bricks, keeping energy available for hours, days, or even months. They’re cost-effective and avoid reliance on rare materials like lithium and cobalt. 🌍 Impact Thermal batteries could decarbonize heavy industries like steel, cement, and chemicals, which are responsible for a significant share of greenhouse gas emissions. A pound of brick can store more energy than a pound of lithium-ion batteries at less than 10% of the cost. 🚀 Innovations in Action Companies like Rondo Energy, backed by Bill Gates, are scaling up production to make thermal batteries mainstream. These technologies aim to reduce CO₂ emissions by 20%, equivalent to removing millions of petrol/diesel cars from the roads.

⚡️💧 Water and Hydrogen Production in Brandenburg: Report Launch 💧⚡️ Over the past year, Onewater has been working with the Government of Brandenburg to explore the intricate relationship between #watermanagement and #hydrogen production in the region. We’re excited to share the key insights of the collaborative study. 📘 What’s in the report? - An in-depth look at how much water is needed to produce hydrogen by electrolysis in Brandenburg. - A detailed review of the region's water sources, including groundwater, surface water, and treated wastewater. - Real-world examples showing the impact of hydrogen production on local water resources. 💡Brandenburg is setting a global example and becoming a leader in clean hydrogen. This is replicable elsewhere: the findings suggest that smart, sustainable water management can support significant hydrogen projects around the world, providing a roadmap to a more sustainable future. 🌱 As we shift from fossil fuels to clean energy like hydrogen, managing our water wisely is crucial. This report helps us understand how to use our water resources more sustainably while growing our green economy.  🔗 For more information on how Brandenburg is changing the future of renewable energy, read the report here: https://lnkd.in/dECk9mXa Wirtschaftsministerium Brandenburg LBST Martin Zerta Christopher Kutz Patrick R. Schmidt Jonathan Kirschner Yanni Sandro Astono Katja Eulitz Athénaïs Georges František Ficek Paul Emil Toma Kseniia Goniaeva Christian Fischer Mario Schirmer Eawag Kevin Grecksch University of Oxford Carlo Alberto Amadei Traugott Scheytt TU Bergakademie Freiberg

⚡️💧 Water and Hydrogen Production in Brandenburg: Report Launch 💧⚡️ Over the past year, Onewater has collaborated with the Government of Brandenburg to explore the relationship between #watermanagement and #hydrogen production. We're excited to share the key insights from our study. 📘 What’s in the report? Water requirements for hydrogen production by electrolysis in Brandenburg. Review of the region's water sources: groundwater, surface water, and treated wastewater. Real-world examples of hydrogen production's impact on local water resources. 💡 Brandenburg is setting a global example in clean hydrogen. The findings show that smart, sustainable water management can support hydrogen projects worldwide, paving the way for a sustainable future. 🌱 Transitioning to clean energy like hydrogen requires wise water management. This report offers insights on using water resources sustainably while advancing our green economy. 🔗 Read the full report here