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As we prepare for the energy transition, we have partnered with our People’s Panel to make recommendations that will shape the future of energy and contribute to how we run our business during the next regulatory period. Made up of 50 diverse customers, the panel have been on a seven-month journey to learn about electricity distribution, Jemena’s operations and the challenges and opportunities we face in preparing for the future. The panel have been voicing their ideas on how we should run the network in the future to meet evolving customers’ needs. They have had the opportunity to learn from diverse customers from our Customer Voice Groups, including; first nations people, those from multicultural backgrounds, seniors, young people, those with mental health challenges and customers with a disability. “Coming along today as a Customer Voice Group representative has been really beneficial. I’m so glad that people had an interest and they asked questions and they were trying to find solutions,” Nina said on reflection. After much deliberation, the People’s Panel have started to form a set of recommendations for how we should run our network and prepare for a more sustainable energy future. Some of these recommendations include improving communications with our customers and customer education, increasing the sustainability of our operations and increasing our network reliability and resilience. Watch the video to learn more ⬇️ or head to GridTalk.com.au for more information. #Energy #consultation #renewables #electricity #electricitycustomers #victorianelectricity #electricitygrid #customers 

⚡ To transition to a net-zero future, we need to electrify everything. 📈 However – the energy grid is facing increasing strain from electricity demand, and distributed energy resources make balancing supply and demand in the control room more complex. Enter: ThinkLabs AI, Inc. ThinkLabs’ AI copilot continuously monitors and analyzes the energy grid in order to automatically detect violations and recommend solutions before problems happen, increasing reliability and capacity as we transition away from dirty fuels and increase grid demand. They’ve trained their copilot on the most sophisticated and robust dataset on the market, and through their partnership with GE Vernova, they are well positioned to scale their solution to address utility pain points quickly. Founder Josh Wong has built a strong reputation for execution with utility customers through his prior company OpusOne, which was acquired by GE in 2022. 🚀 We are thrilled to have co-led their seed round with Powerhouse. https://lnkd.in/gqQjCdEw #ActiveImpact #Sustainability #CleanTech #GridTech #Energy

𝗖𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗽𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗣𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗛𝘆𝗱𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗲𝗻 𝗙𝘂𝗲𝗹 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝗼𝗳𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗕𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗱 🌍🔋 Caterpillar Inc., in partnership with Microsoft and Ballard Power Systems, has conducted a trial demonstrating hydrogen fuel cells' potential for providing sustainable and reliable backup power solutions for #datacentres. 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝗻 𝗛𝗮𝗿𝘀𝗵 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 🥶⚡ The trial at Microsoft’s Cheyenne, Wyoming data centre featured a 1.5MW hydrogen fuel cell, enduring a rigorous 48-hour backup power test in below-freezing temperatures. Jaime Mineart from Caterpillar Electric Power remarked on the significance of this joint effort: “This collaboration underscores hydrogen fuel cells' viability in meeting the critical power and sustainability objectives of data centres.” 𝗧𝗼𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗮 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗼𝗻-𝗡𝗲𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 🌱💡 Sean James of Microsoft highlighted the trial's success as a step forward in achieving #hyperscale #sustainability and Microsoft's ambition to become carbon negative by 2030. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory provided support, evaluating the project’s safety, economy, and environmental impact. David Mucciacciaro of Ballard Power Systems expressed enthusiasm for the fuel cell technology's reliability and environmental benefits: “Our technology is well-suited to meet the evolving needs of the #datacentre industry, offering a clean, reliable power source.” Read more at https://lnkd.in/eQinn4BF #hydrogenfuelcells #hydrogen #datacenter #caterpillar #microsoft #technews

Welcome to ENERGIA, a trailblazing hybrid energy technology company dedicated to revolutionizing the global energy landscape. At ENERGIA, we embody innovation, expertise, and a commitment to sustainability. As a consortium brain trust and think-tank formed by the collaboration of the most influential companies across various energy sectors, we have evolved into a standalone powerhouse with a singular mission: to become the undisputed global leader in designing, developing, and deploying power plants from all available energy sources. Our team, composed of the brightest engineers, designers, project managers, IT, and cybersecurity professionals globally, strives to deliver the most exceptional and substantial energy plants worldwide. With a rich history of designing, developing, and deploying power plants exceeding hundreds of GW, we embrace a future-focused approach, incorporating cutting-edge technologies, including our pioneering work in extracting energy from antimatter and designing green hydrogen solutions. Join us on this transformative journey as we pioneer a sustainable and resilient energy future for generations to come. Welcome to ENERGIA, where innovation meets global impact. #ENERGIAGlobal #SolarPowerPlants #WindFarms #NeclearPowerPlants #GreenHydrogen #AntimatterEnergy #GreenEnergy #Earth

𝗖𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗽𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗿 𝗣𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗛𝘆𝗱𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗲𝗻 𝗙𝘂𝗲𝗹 𝗖𝗲𝗹𝗹𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝘀𝗼𝗳𝘁 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗕𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗿𝗱 🌍🔋 Caterpillar Inc., in partnership with Microsoft and Ballard Power Systems, has conducted a trial demonstrating hydrogen fuel cells' potential for providing sustainable and reliable backup power solutions for #datacentres. 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗶𝗻 𝗛𝗮𝗿𝘀𝗵 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 🥶⚡ The trial at Microsoft’s Cheyenne, Wyoming data centre featured a 1.5MW hydrogen fuel cell, enduring a rigorous 48-hour backup power test in below-freezing temperatures. Jaime Mineart from Caterpillar Electric Power remarked on the significance of this joint effort: “This collaboration underscores hydrogen fuel cells' viability in meeting the critical power and sustainability objectives of data centres.” 𝗧𝗼𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱𝘀 𝗮 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗯𝗼𝗻-𝗡𝗲𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 🌱💡 Sean James of Microsoft highlighted the trial's success as a step forward in achieving #hyperscale #sustainability and Microsoft's ambition to become carbon negative by 2030. The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory provided support, evaluating the project’s safety, economy, and environmental impact. David Mucciacciaro of Ballard Power Systems expressed enthusiasm for the fuel cell technology's reliability and environmental benefits: “Our technology is well-suited to meet the evolving needs of the #datacentre industry, offering a clean, reliable power source.” Read more at https://lnkd.in/eQinn4BF #hydrogenfuelcells #hydrogen #datacenter #caterpillar #microsoft #technews

Tail wagging energy is going to exceed solar energy by 2026. Little known fact. Proof is in the video. ---- All posts are written by me, word for word, without AI tools. My “real job” is helping companies maximize valuation for exit events. Happy to chat and see if I can add value to your business strategy. #exitstrategy #esops #esop #esopexperts #120secondstoexit When you are passionate about something - keep doing it.

🚀🔋🌎 Fueling a Sustainable Future with Hydrogen Fuel Cells In a groundbreaking breakthrough towards a cleaner and more sustainable energy future, a consortium of companies has successfully demonstrated the use of large-format hydrogen fuel cells to provide backup power for a Microsoft data center in Wyoming. This pioneering pilot project unveils the immense potential of hydrogen fuel cells to reshape the way we power our crucial infrastructure. ⚙️ Seamless Integration for Reliable Power A key aspect of the project was the integration of a 1.5-MW hydrogen fuel cell into the data center's electrical system. This integration was seamlessly orchestrated by a microgrid controller from Caterpillar, which skillfully managed the operation of the fuel cell alongside two Cat Power Grid Stabilization (PGS) 1260 battery energy storage systems. This hybrid system effectively balanced the demands of the data center while ensuring reliable backup power during grid outages. 🌐 A Vision for the Future: Applications and Collaboration This triumphant demonstration project paves the path for wider adoption of hydrogen fuel cell technology in a diverse range of applications, including powering data centers, transportation, and industrial facilities. As the world increasingly embraces renewable energy sources, hydrogen fuel cells offer a sustainable and dispatchable solution to address the challenges of intermittency and grid stability. What are your thoughts on the potential of hydrogen fuel cells to revolutionize the way we power our world? 🤔♻️🏢 Share your insights in the comments below! #hydrogenfuelcells #renewableenergy #sustainablefuture #datacenters #innovation #collaboration #DOE #Microsoft #Caterpillar #BallardPowerSystems #DrAlaaInsights

Amazing discussions at the Board dinner of LF Energy in Brussels about the future of the global power grid and how #openSource can help to move things faster and cheaper. I also learned quite some new things. I fully understand the motivations for e.g. EV charger makers to go with EVerest Project: fast innovating technology and at the same time all of this is immediately commodity. So let's hand this over to a community to safe money 💰 and get peace of mind!😴 But why should #grid #operators do this? It's not a fast moving field of technology. They are incentivised to stay conservative (which they think means safe) and paid by the amount of cooper they put in the ground. And indeed it's a harder sell for open source in such a industry! BUT: Especially the #DSO|s are squeezed by all sides: more fluctuations in demand as well as in generation, more demand, extreme availability expectations. And it seems like the industry isn't delivering the needed solutions fast enough, so they have to go all in and create the SW themselves. Doing so enable them to manage the rare existing assets better and squeeze more electrons through it. And openSource is often a solution of choice! If you have to do it anyway for "in house use", let's get some help! An extra booster seems to be if you have budget constraints and "just more cooper" isn't an option but still you have an amazingly educated workforce around. => Looking forward to seeing a boom in open source for the grid in the emerging countries around the world!

"Goyal’s goal is to plot out new clean-energy farms ahead of demand & then tempt tech companies into building their AI-crunching data centers nearby. Sidestepping utilities & linking clean-power projects directly to data centers will make the power cheaper for buyers & more lucrative for The Carlyle Group." This was a very interesting read on Carlyle's unconventional & innovative approach to addressing increased energy demand as a result of AI. Highly recommend checking it out. If Carlyle can prove out a model for reaping private equity-sized returns selling power to tech companies that are willing to pay for carbon-free electrons, it would help ensure that the AI power boom doesn’t come at the expense of the climate, as well as make renewables more attractive to a corner of Wall Street that is still heavily invested in fossil fuels. If you’re a clean energy employer & need help scaling your workforce efficiently with top tier candidates, send me or Aimee Bigwood a message. If you’re looking for your next role in cleantech, take a look at the latest job openings at industry-leading companies: bit.ly/dg_jobs. #cleantech #cleanenergy #renewables #renewableenergy #solarpower #energystorage #jobs #hiring #greentech #greenenergy #sustainability #ai #artificialintelligence #privateequity

One of the most valuable lessons I learned in solar is that doing everything isn’t always a great business model. Which means it is very important to keep explaining to the market what it is that you’re good at and then do it very well. That way everyone knows how to partner with you, learn from you and ultimately hire you. At FlexGen we’ve been honing our skills of making batteries work for over a decade. We don’t make the batteries and we certainly don’t use your trading practices to make our own trading algorithm. Our view is that you need the most availability you can get and the best data you can see in order to make the most amount of money for your investment. We are FlexGen. (In video format)