Energy Efficiency, Energy Storage, GHG Emissions, Wind  -  March 8, 2025

Weekend Reads: AI's Promise for Climate; Penn State's Wind Breakthrough

It's the weekend! Kick back and catch up with these must-read articles from around the web:

Why AI’s role in advancing sustainability is underestimated (World Economic Forum)  AI has quietly, but powerfully, woven itself into the fabric of our everyday lives. It’s not flashy tech anymore; it’s an integral part of our critical systems, reshaping how we live, work and progress. AI is at the heart of everything we do, from how we receive medical care, manage our finances and plan our holidays, to how we shop, commute, travel and manage our social engagements. To understand AI’s role in aiding the planet, let’s explore some segments where AI has already started to play a transformative role.

Companies tell congressional committee that renewable energy is needed to keep up with demand (Inside Climate News)  Uncertainty around the future of Biden-era tax credits for the expansion of wind, solar, nuclear and other low-carbon energy sources is causing concern for grid operators and utility companies facing unprecedented energy demand.

After Moss Landing, what’s next for battery storage? (Utility Dive)  The fire that destroyed a 300-MW battery installation is a “learning opportunity” for a safety-conscious industry, experts say. Will non-lithium chemistries benefit?

Ocean energy is almost ready, but it needs a boost over the testing barrier (CleanTechnica)  The United States has enough marine energy pulsing in its waters to meet about 60% of the country's electricity needs. We cannot capture all that energy, but even a little could help energize offshore industries (like seafood farms), give coastal and island communities the power to weather outages or natural disasters, and help the country reach its energy goals.

Penn undergraduate solves century-old wind energy problem (OilPrice.com)  A mathematical breakthrough thanks to a Penn State engineering student may have just paved the way for a new generation of more efficient wind turbines. 

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