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"After close to a decade of planning, Controlled Thermal Resources is expected to break ground. . ." The CTR project is breaking ground! This is a fully integrated geothermal power and lithium extraction project, that has potential investment of around $28 billion and job opportunities for up to 7,940 employees, according to the press release. Congratulations to all on the Controlled Thermal Resources Holdings, Inc. team! What is most exciting to me about this project is the multi-energy production. Here, we have two energy projects, both likely capable of independent, profitable production, but choosing to combine for compounding positive impact. This is what we need to see as we pursue deep decarbonization - combining resources that produce a win-win, forward looking business. That, and long term commitment. Right now, 10 years is common for geothermal developments. We need to shorten that timeline, and while we are working on that, we need patient capital and determined teams ready for this slow and steady development pace. #geothermal #EV #renewableenergy #sustainability #lithium #oilgas #jobs View the whole press release here: https://lnkd.in/gRS7E6s2

"Salton Sea region harbors almost 3,000 megawatts of geothermal energy potential. The landscape around the Salton Sea, which is exceptionally well-suited to both geothermal power generation and lithium extraction, is already dotted with 11 geothermal power plants. CTR’s new facility will be the first development in the region that can perform both functions, presenting the country’s first opportunity to pair clean, renewable electricity with a domestic source of lithium." https://lnkd.in/eUBuzGnV

“Fortescue opens first #solarfarm as it gathers #windassets to help #realzero and #greenhydrogen plans” Giles Parkinson - Jul 25, 2024 “Andrew Forrest’s #ironore and #greenenergy group Fortescue Metals has begun production from its first solar farm, as it begins to gather wind assets and advance #electric and #hydrogentransporttechnologies in its pursuit of “real zero”, green hydrogen and the emerging “#greeniron ” market in China.” “The company announced on Thursday that production has begun at the 100 megawatt (MW) North Star Junction solar farm near the new Iron Bridge mine in the Pilbara.” “It is the first #solarasset to be built by Fortescue, although the 60 MW Chichester #solar project (pictured above), built by Alinta Energy and now owned by APA Group, has been helping to power its Cloudbreak and Christmas Creek #ironoremines in the Pilbara.” “The North Star solar farm is not yet complete, but forms the first major step, along with some recently completed #batterystorage projects, in the company’s ambitious goal of reaching “real zero” by 2030 for its #ironoreoperations – meaning it will burn no #fossilfuels for #power or #transport .” “To achieve this, Fortescue will need to build several gigawatts of new wind and solar capacity, along with #storagebackup , to replace the #gas and #dieselgenerators that currently power its operations, and the #diesel used for its giant #haultrucks and other #transport and #mining needs.” https://lnkd.in/eA8n-gwr? Source- original post Read all my posts #MariusPreston

🇺🇸 COPPER: "Running Out of Copper: A New Crisis for Renewable Energy?" 🌍 A University of Michigan study reveals that the U.S. cannot mine copper quickly enough to meet the demands of transitioning to renewable energy as outlined in the Inflation Reduction Act. Electric vehicles and grid upgrades require significantly more copper than is currently produced. The study suggests that policymakers consider the limitations of copper availability and proposes focusing on hybrid vehicles as a more achievable goal, while also addressing the global need for copper in developing essential infrastructure..... 👉 Article: https://lnkd.in/depUM9eq 🌍 TA RawMaterials: https://lnkd.in/d_Np2KpZ (supported by EIT RawMaterials) #copper #criticalminerals #batteries #renewableenergy #renewables #mining #evs #electricvehicles

"Sage Geosystems Inc. (Sage), a geothermal baseload and energy storage company, announced the location of its 'first-of-its-kind' project, which would be the first geothermal project in Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) territory. "Sage has entered into a land use agreement with San Miguel Electric Cooperative, Inc. (SMECI) for the 3 MW Geopressured Geothermal System (GGS) energy storage facility. The 3 MW EarthStore system will be in Christine, Texas near the SMECI lignite coal power plant. Sage will operate as a merchant, buying and selling electricity to the ERCOT grid. (. . .) "Sage will be applying for two drilling permits in Texas. The first permit is in Atascosa County for the EarthStore facility in Christine and the second permit is in Starr County, adjacent to the company’s existing test well." Marauder Land Resources, LLC: At this writing, the referenced W-1 Applications for Permit to Drill, Recomplete or Re-Enter have not been filed with the Railroad Commission of Texas. However, the Starr County test well--drilled to 19,300 feet--can be viewed at the following link: LINK: https://lnkd.in/gDjqxmGy Related: ● New map shows vast potential for geothermal energy beneath entire US, The Hill, 6/5/24: LINK: https://lnkd.in/g4sJajEJ ● Are Geothermal Title Exceptions the New Norm in Real Estate Transactions?, BoyarMiller, 7/26/24: LINK: https://lnkd.in/gRufhudu #energy #energyindustry #renewables #renewableenergy #renewablepower #geothermal #geothermalenergy #texas #texaseconomy #riograndevalley #louisiana #louisianaeconomy https://lnkd.in/gZURxXNN

A novel pumped hydro gravity storage system will be installed at what was once Italy’s largest coal mine, with the renewable energy it stores aimed at helping transform the area into a technology hub as it shifts away from the fossil fuel industry. Energy Vault and coal mining company Carbosulcis, owned by the Sardinia regional government, have unveiled plans for the 20MW gravity-based system to be deployed in the 500-metre-deep mine shaft. The storage system is also aimed at stabilising the island’s power grid, dispatching green power to help meet the high demand during peak load hours and encouraging further local use of renewable generation in Sardinia. my only question is why they are not using sodium-ion batteries rather than their lithium-ion? 🤔 #batteries #energytransition #netcarbonzero #esgstrategy #esgleadership #sustainability #water #decarbonisation #bess #Italy #powergeneration #powertransmissions #renewables #energysecurity #energyinnovation https://lnkd.in/eB_YQmaz

Lithium is crucial for clean energy due to its pivotal role in rechargeable lithium-ion batteries. These batteries are integral to #electricvehicles and energy storage in renewable systems, storing excess #energy from sources like #solar and #wind for later use. The demand for #lithium continued to soar in 2023 as nations globally strive to meet their climate goals. As we enter the new year, the lithium industry is working to reinforce essential supply chains of this critical mineral to meet the ever-growing expansion of green technologies. Featuring articles from Oceana Lithium, Galvanic Energy, Century Lithium Corp , International Lithium Association (ILiA), and Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE), U.S. Department of Energy, this Special Focus Lithium eBook explores how the lithium industry will reinforce supply chains to meet the growing demand for clean technologies. Click the link below to read the full eBook. ⬇ https://bit.ly/3Ukn53p

South Australia’s world leading level of renewable energy is attracting a flood of new industry wanting to connect to the South Australian grid. Interest in new load connections currently exceeds 2 GW and is coming from industries such as green steel, mining, desalination, hydrogen, and other energy-intensive operations like data centres. #RenewableEnergy #EnergyTransition

Celebrating Another Breakthrough in Domestic Lithium Production At 227 feet below sea level, California’s Salton Sea rests at one of the lowest points in the United States. Beneath the surrounding desert, however, is a natural resource that could lift our clean energy economy to unprecedented heights. DOE’s Jeff Marootian joins the groundbreaking ceremony for CTR’s “Hell’s Kitchen” development by the Salton Sea. Last week, developer Controlled Thermal Resources (CTR)—a recipient of multiple rounds of federal funding and technical support through the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Technology Commercialization Fund—broke ground on the region’s newest geothermal power plant. The facility will not only generate electricity from geothermal energy, which has immense untapped potential in its own right, but also serve a vital, dual purpose: extracting lithium from a hot, saline fluid called “brine,” which flows among rocks deep in the subsurface According to estimates, the Salton Sea region harbors almost 3,000 megawatts of geothermal energy potential. The landscape around the Salton Sea, which is exceptionally well-suited to both geothermal power generation and lithium extraction, is already dotted with 11 geothermal power plants. CTR’s new facility will be the first development in the region that can perform both functions, presenting the country’s first opportunity to pair clean, renewable electricity with a domestic source of lithium. Last November, DOE announced the results of the study, which confirmed the region has immense potential as a domestic source of this critical resource. The study found that the Salton Sea region could produce more than 3,400 kilotons of lithium—more than enough to support a complete, nationwide transition to electric vehicles. A robust domestic supply of lithium will not only protect American businesses and consumers from supply chain disruptions, but also reinforce the independence of America’s new, clean energy economy. If their potential is fully realized, the geothermal facilities by the Salton Sea may prove to be among the most important energy projects of the 21st century. https://lnkd.in/duqDagui

Pilbara, Australia, needs transmission network investment to unlock A$100 billion opportunity. Australian think tank Climate Energy Finance (CEF) has signaled that the mineral-rich region of Pilbara, Western Australia, needs rapid investment in its transmission network to ensure renewable energy, such as solar, can help drive decarbonisation. Indeed, the Superpowering-up: Accelerating the electrification & decarbonisation of the Pilbara report signals that just 2% of the region’s electricity needs are currently being met by renewable energy, with fragmented corporate energy production and grid transmission structures undermining progress. In this regard, solar PV could prosper in the region, and various projects have already been explored in Pilbara. For instance, mining giant Rio Tinto recently announced its intention to develop an 80MW solar PV plant to supply green power to its iron ore operations. Alongside this, Australia’s Fortescue said last month that its 100MW North Star Junction solar farm was partially operational, whilst it also plans to develop a 3.3GW renewable energy hub to help power its mining operations in Western Australia. The CEF claims that, when implemented properly, a common-user infrastructure could be the most effective way to support the Pilbara’s future economic growth in a net zero global economy. TNi Energy-BESS 1.20MW 10HR LDES, we've innovated a groundbreaking method that repurposes recycled lead-acid batteries, extending their life span to 25 years for C1 to C20 Energy Storage purposes. Previously, the industry lacked a safe and environmentally conscious alternative to lithium | sodium-ion batteries. However, our proprietary technique reveals that lead-acid batteries are not only SAFER but also 60-75% more cost-effective than their hazardous counterparts. Made in the USA #TNiEnergy,#10HRLDES,#ELDES,#C1toC20,#nebulositycloud, #BESS,#C3Energy,#Energy, #ZEROemmissions, #ZEROcarbon, #energytransistion, #LeadAcid Battery, #windpower, #solarpower, #VPP, #MicroGrid, #DERM, #HydroPower, #BitCoinMining