The Transmission & Storage solution pathway aims to deliver renewable energy reliably and efficiently by modernizing grid infrastructure, deploying smart metering, and scaling up storage. Smart grids optimize electricity flows, reduce line loss, and integrate renewable sources seamlessly. Smart meters and demand response systems help balance supply and demand, reducing reliance on high-emission power sources. Grid-scale battery storage, pumped hydropower systems, gravity storage, thermal energy storage, and hydrogen energy storage all play a role in storing excess renewable energy and balancing energy supply and demand. Smart energy systems connect homes, businesses, and renewable sources into flexible networks that balance supply and demand for a more efficient and reliable grid, ultimately aiming to create a clean energy future where renewable power flows freely, efficiently, and equitably to all.
Category: Electricity
Cut Emissions:
– Enhance Efficiency
– Shift Production
– Improve Electrical System
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BasiGo Opens 3 New Electric Bus Charging Hubs In Nairobi Capable of Charging 100 Buses A Day!
BasiGo is expanding its operations in Nairobi by providing locally assembled electric buses to bus operators through their Pay-As-You-Drive model, with plans to launch three new depots featuring DC fast chargers capable of charging up to 100 buses daily. Kenya Power is partnering with BasiGo to increase electric vehicle charging stations in Nairobi, aiming to accelerate the adoption of electric buses and reduce emissions from the transport sector. The article emphasizes the importance of African governments creating supportive environments for electric mobility companies to thrive, promoting sustainable transportation solutions and clean energy practices to reduce carbon emissions in the region. By utilizing renewable electricity to power electric vehicles, Kenya can significantly reduce its fuel imports and trade deficit, while advancements in solar and battery technology make it feasible to set up solar- and battery-powered charging hubs to complement the grid supply and lower costs.
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Anker SOLIX announces VPP-ready home energy solution
Anker SOLIX has unveiled the X1 Energy Storage System as part of Australia's "Cheaper Home Batteries" initiative, offering a hybrid energy solution that integrates solar generation, energy storage, and EV charging. This system can reduce household electricity expenses by up to 88% and installation time by 25%, with VPP-ready and whole-home backup capabilities. The X1 system is designed to withstand coastal conditions, supports smart energy trading through VPP platforms, and can be retrofitted to existing solar setups. Anker SOLIX will also release the Power Dock Pro in 2026 for whole-home backup integration, providing a comprehensive solution for sustainable energy management.
https://www.pv-magazine.com/2025/11/10/anker-solix-announces-vpp-ready-home-energy-solution/
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Andrew Forrest says real zero is already the “winning business case” in three key fossil fuel guzzling industries
Australian billionaire Andrew Forrest is championing the concept of "real zero," which involves completely eliminating fossil fuels with zero-carbon alternatives. His company, Fortescue, is investing billions to achieve real zero by 2030, focusing on decarbonizing its operations through technologies like wind, solar, and electric vehicles. Battery-electric long-haul trucks (BETs) are projected to reach cost parity with diesel equivalents by 2026, with total cost expected to be 15-22% lower by 2030. Green hydrogen-based steel production in Japan and green ammonia for fertilizer production in India are also showing promising cost competitiveness with fossil routes. Eliminating fossil fuels makes solid commercial sense, as renewables are now the cheapest source of power, and the Real Zero approach is the winning business case for sustainability.
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India signs deal with Singapore’s GSC Group for 1.5 GW hydro storage project
India has signed a deal with Singapore's GSC Group for a 1.5 GW hydro storage project in Maharashtra to support grid stability and renewable energy expansion, creating 2,500 jobs. This project is part of GSC's third set of pumped storage projects in India, aiming to fast-track clearances for hydroelectric projects and leverage the favorable geography of the Sahyadri mountain ranges. With a focus on long-duration storage assets, GSC is committed to advancing India's renewable energy infrastructure.
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Nexans’ new solution for offshore wind’s grid reach problem
Nexans is leading the way in utilizing superconducting, liquid nitrogen-cooled export cables to connect offshore wind farms to shore, eliminating line losses and efficiently transmitting renewable energy from remote offshore locations. This technology is a crucial advancement in the quest for sustainable energy solutions, offering a promising solution for maximizing the potential of offshore wind power. Climate solutions experts should take note of this innovative approach as a key step towards achieving a more sustainable and efficient energy grid powered by renewable sources.
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LEAG and Fluence to develop GigaBattery Jänschwalde 1000 project in Germany
LEAG Clean Power and Fluence Energy are collaborating on Europe's largest battery energy storage system project, the GigaBattery Jänschwalde 1000 in Germany, with a capacity of 1GW. This project, utilizing Fluence's Smartstack technology, aims to address energy availability challenges during the transition to renewable energy by integrating solar, wind, and storage facilities. The focus is on enhancing system stability, supporting renewable energy integration, delivering grid services, enabling energy trading, strengthening energy security, and accelerating Germany's energy transition. The GigawattFactory approach combines renewable energies, storage facilities, and flexible power plants to achieve these goals.
https://www.power-technology.com/news/leag-fluence-gigabattery-janschwalde-project/
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UN Secretary-General’s remarks at the Belém Climate Summit’s energy transition roundtable
UN Secretary-General António Guterres emphasized the need for a rapid transition to renewable energy at the Belém Climate Summit, highlighting the growth of renewables in the global energy landscape and the importance of investing in clean energy. He stressed the urgency of meeting the goals set at COP28 to triple renewable energy capacity and double energy efficiency by 2030, calling for aligning laws and policies with a just energy transition, supporting workers in fossil fuel industries, investing in infrastructure, and providing finance for developing countries to accelerate the shift to renewables. The section emphasizes the need to move quickly and collectively towards clean, inclusive, and resilient economies, driving the acceleration of climate solutions with fairness and turning climate challenges into development opportunities worldwide. The message highlights the end of the fossil fuel era and the rise of clean energy, urging for a fair, fast, and final transition.
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AI powered solar forecasting helps UK grid operator reduce balancing costs
Open Climate Fix's Quartz Solar tool, integrated into the National Energy System Operator's operations, saves Great Britain's grid operator GBP 30 million per year by accurately forecasting solar generation and reducing the need for reserve capacity. The AI-powered tool, combining machine learning, satellite imagery, and weather data, updates every 15 minutes and has halved forecasting errors. By using multiple data sources and providing probabilistic output, the tool has improved forecasting methods and could potentially save up to GBP 150 million per year by 2035. Open Climate Fix, a non-profit organization founded in 2019, is exploring commercialization opportunities to fund further research and expand into other markets like the Netherlands, focusing on AI-powered energy system projects with open source code.