WattandBeyond
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Exploring renewable energy, from solar and wind tech to green innovations. We simplify complex topics and spark discussions on sustainable energy, emerging technologies, and the true costs of renewables vs. fossil fuels. Join us in driving change.
🔆 Medicine Hat is now home to North America’s largest urban solar power plant, a major step for renewable energy in cities. A 326,000-panel project helping to power Alberta’s future. ☀️🌍
Read more: www.nationalobserver.com/2025/02/19/n...
#EnergySky #GreenSky #SolarPower #Renewables
Read more: www.nationalobserver.com/2025/02/19/n...
#EnergySky #GreenSky #SolarPower #Renewables
North America’s largest urban solar power plant takes shape – in Canada's ‘Gas City’
Medicine Hat, located in the centre of Alberta’s fossil gas heartland, takes over 325 megawatt photovoltaic project that fully-developed could totally power its industry. businesses and homes
www.nationalobserver.com
February 21, 2025 at 1:38 PM
🔆 Medicine Hat is now home to North America’s largest urban solar power plant, a major step for renewable energy in cities. A 326,000-panel project helping to power Alberta’s future. ☀️🌍
Read more: www.nationalobserver.com/2025/02/19/n...
#EnergySky #GreenSky #SolarPower #Renewables
Read more: www.nationalobserver.com/2025/02/19/n...
#EnergySky #GreenSky #SolarPower #Renewables
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Help! We're doing some quick research on air-to-air heat pumps (also sometimes called aircon heating).
If you have an air-to-air or have views on them, we'd be very grateful for your input. Details here:
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If you have an air-to-air or have views on them, we'd be very grateful for your input. Details here:
survey.alchemer.com/s3/8189655/a...
February 12, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Help! We're doing some quick research on air-to-air heat pumps (also sometimes called aircon heating).
If you have an air-to-air or have views on them, we'd be very grateful for your input. Details here:
survey.alchemer.com/s3/8189655/a...
If you have an air-to-air or have views on them, we'd be very grateful for your input. Details here:
survey.alchemer.com/s3/8189655/a...
🏡☀️ Every new home they build comes with solar panels. That’s the kind of bold action we need! Jayman BUILT has already installed 10 megawatts of solar power across their homes, proving that sustainable housing isn’t a dream—it’s happening now. #EnergySky #GreenSky
www.ctvnews.ca/calgary/arti...
www.ctvnews.ca/calgary/arti...
‘Pretty incredible’: 10 MegaWatts of solar power generated by Jayman Built homes
Two Canadian companies are celebrating a major milestone in sustainable homebuilding.
www.ctvnews.ca
February 12, 2025 at 5:08 PM
🏡☀️ Every new home they build comes with solar panels. That’s the kind of bold action we need! Jayman BUILT has already installed 10 megawatts of solar power across their homes, proving that sustainable housing isn’t a dream—it’s happening now. #EnergySky #GreenSky
www.ctvnews.ca/calgary/arti...
www.ctvnews.ca/calgary/arti...
Haven’t been as active lately—recent global events, especially threats to Canada’s sovereignty, have been weighing heavily. It’s tough to focus on optimism when democracy feels fragile. Taking a moment to recalibrate, but still committed to pushing for a sustainable future. 🌍⚡ #energysky #greensky
February 12, 2025 at 3:51 PM
Haven’t been as active lately—recent global events, especially threats to Canada’s sovereignty, have been weighing heavily. It’s tough to focus on optimism when democracy feels fragile. Taking a moment to recalibrate, but still committed to pushing for a sustainable future. 🌍⚡ #energysky #greensky
The future is powered by the sun, the wind, and human ingenuity. Every day, renewable energy gets cheaper, smarter, and more abundant. A cleaner, sustainable world isn’t a dream—it’s happening. Let’s keep pushing forward. ⚡🌍 #RenewableEnergy #FutureIsBright
February 6, 2025 at 11:58 AM
The future is powered by the sun, the wind, and human ingenuity. Every day, renewable energy gets cheaper, smarter, and more abundant. A cleaner, sustainable world isn’t a dream—it’s happening. Let’s keep pushing forward. ⚡🌍 #RenewableEnergy #FutureIsBright
Wind vs. oil: Which is worse for wildlife? This BBC article dives into the impacts on birds & whales—local effects vs. climate consequences. A fascinating read! What’s your take?
www.bbc.com/future/artic...
#EnergySky #Renewables #Wildlife #ClimateChange
www.bbc.com/future/artic...
#EnergySky #Renewables #Wildlife #ClimateChange
Which is worse for wildlife, wind farms or oil drilling?
US President Donald Trump says that wind farms harm birds and whales. Scientists weigh wind power's impacts on wildlife against those of oil and gas.
www.bbc.com
January 30, 2025 at 9:29 PM
Wind vs. oil: Which is worse for wildlife? This BBC article dives into the impacts on birds & whales—local effects vs. climate consequences. A fascinating read! What’s your take?
www.bbc.com/future/artic...
#EnergySky #Renewables #Wildlife #ClimateChange
www.bbc.com/future/artic...
#EnergySky #Renewables #Wildlife #ClimateChange
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🚨 I’ve updated the hashtags for all 11 custom #Bluesky feeds I’ve created for all things re: the energy transition & related topics!
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January 29, 2025 at 4:53 AM
🚨 I’ve updated the hashtags for all 11 custom #Bluesky feeds I’ve created for all things re: the energy transition & related topics!
Using these hashtags guarantees feed inclusion!
#energysky #greensky #EVsky
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Pass the ammunition, please!
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Using these hashtags guarantees feed inclusion!
#energysky #greensky #EVsky
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Pass the ammunition, please!
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600GW of renewable energy, covering an area the size of El Salvador, is on the table. This massive project highlights both the potential and the challenges of scaling up clean energy. 🌍⚡ #EnergySky #GreenSky #EnergyTransition
www.rechargenews.com/energy-trans...
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World’s largest renewable energy project, size of El Salvador, seeks go-ahead
Up to 3,000 wind turbines and 60 million solar PV panels are planned for vast site in Western Australia
www.rechargenews.com
January 29, 2025 at 1:02 PM
600GW of renewable energy, covering an area the size of El Salvador, is on the table. This massive project highlights both the potential and the challenges of scaling up clean energy. 🌍⚡ #EnergySky #GreenSky #EnergyTransition
www.rechargenews.com/energy-trans...
www.rechargenews.com/energy-trans...
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When it comes to #climatechange, some actions are more impactful than others.🤔
These actions are even more effective when we work as a community, supporting groups and programs that make it easier for everyone to adopt climate-friendly behaviours.
More details:
tinyurl.com/SUFCanadianClimateAction
These actions are even more effective when we work as a community, supporting groups and programs that make it easier for everyone to adopt climate-friendly behaviours.
More details:
tinyurl.com/SUFCanadianClimateAction
January 28, 2025 at 3:45 PM
When it comes to #climatechange, some actions are more impactful than others.🤔
These actions are even more effective when we work as a community, supporting groups and programs that make it easier for everyone to adopt climate-friendly behaviours.
More details:
tinyurl.com/SUFCanadianClimateAction
These actions are even more effective when we work as a community, supporting groups and programs that make it easier for everyone to adopt climate-friendly behaviours.
More details:
tinyurl.com/SUFCanadianClimateAction
Renewable energy: cleaner, increasingly affordable, and prioritized by nations worldwide. The shift isn’t just about the environment—it’s about economics, too. 🌍⚡️
"If it were true that renewable energy were more expensive than fossil fuels, why are other countries prioritizing it?"
www.theclimatebrink.com/p/an-explana...
www.theclimatebrink.com/p/an-explana...
An explanation of how renewable energy saves you money
Fossil-fuel hacks are lying about renewable energy; don't let them get away with it
www.theclimatebrink.com
January 28, 2025 at 1:07 PM
Renewable energy: cleaner, increasingly affordable, and prioritized by nations worldwide. The shift isn’t just about the environment—it’s about economics, too. 🌍⚡️
💡Energy Hack: Stop Phantom Power! Unplug devices you rarely use or switch to smart power strips to save up to $100/year. Easy changes, big savings! #EnergyHackSunday #energysky #greensky
January 26, 2025 at 1:31 PM
💡Energy Hack: Stop Phantom Power! Unplug devices you rarely use or switch to smart power strips to save up to $100/year. Easy changes, big savings! #EnergyHackSunday #energysky #greensky
Big shift in energy storage! ⚡️🔋
Form Energy’s iron-air batteries could dethrone lithium-ion with safer, recyclable, and abundant iron.
This tech could transform mining, e-waste, and sustainability. Love seeing innovation like this! 💡🌍
#EnergyStorage #GreenTech
Form Energy’s iron-air batteries could dethrone lithium-ion with safer, recyclable, and abundant iron.
This tech could transform mining, e-waste, and sustainability. Love seeing innovation like this! 💡🌍
#EnergyStorage #GreenTech
In light of the fire at the BESS facility in California this week, this is good news to share.
Form Energy's new flow battery technology has been tested and certified to as safe as possible especially in comparison with lithium based batteries. 🔌💡
formenergy.com/form-energys...
Form Energy's new flow battery technology has been tested and certified to as safe as possible especially in comparison with lithium based batteries. 🔌💡
formenergy.com/form-energys...
Form Energy’s Breakthrough Iron-Air Battery Technology Sets a New Benchmark for Safety in Energy Storage Systems
Form Energy, a leader in multi-day energy storage solutions, proudly announces that its breakthrough iron-air battery system has successfully completed UL9540A safety testing, demonstrating the highes...
formenergy.com
January 24, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Big shift in energy storage! ⚡️🔋
Form Energy’s iron-air batteries could dethrone lithium-ion with safer, recyclable, and abundant iron.
This tech could transform mining, e-waste, and sustainability. Love seeing innovation like this! 💡🌍
#EnergyStorage #GreenTech
Form Energy’s iron-air batteries could dethrone lithium-ion with safer, recyclable, and abundant iron.
This tech could transform mining, e-waste, and sustainability. Love seeing innovation like this! 💡🌍
#EnergyStorage #GreenTech
Clearloop is bridging the gap in clean energy access by bringing RE to underserved communities, with funding from companies aiming to meet their sustainability goals. Whatever the motives, results are undeniable: local jobs, reduced emissions & energy equity.
www.emergingtechbrew.com/stories/2025...
www.emergingtechbrew.com/stories/2025...
Clearloop uses corporate dollars to bring clean energy to underserved areas
The company’s projects are funded by Microsoft, Vanderbilt University, and others.
www.emergingtechbrew.com
January 23, 2025 at 8:10 PM
Clearloop is bridging the gap in clean energy access by bringing RE to underserved communities, with funding from companies aiming to meet their sustainability goals. Whatever the motives, results are undeniable: local jobs, reduced emissions & energy equity.
www.emergingtechbrew.com/stories/2025...
www.emergingtechbrew.com/stories/2025...
$445M speaks volumes about the influence Big Oil wields—and why policies so often favor fossil fuels. Renewable energy has its backers, but this shows the scale of the challenge. It’s an uphill battle, but one we can’t afford to lose. The stakes are too high. 🌍 #energysky #greensky
Big oil spent $445m in last election cycle to influence Trump and Congress, report says
Investments ‘likely to pay dividends’, analysis says, as Trump unleashes dozens of pro-fossil fuel executive actions
From @dharna.bsky.social
#Climate #ClimateCrisis
Investments ‘likely to pay dividends’, analysis says, as Trump unleashes dozens of pro-fossil fuel executive actions
From @dharna.bsky.social
#Climate #ClimateCrisis
Big oil spent $445m in last election cycle to influence Trump and Congress, report says
Investments ‘likely to pay dividends’, analysis says, as Trump unleashes dozens of pro-fossil fuel executive actions
www.theguardian.com
January 23, 2025 at 7:56 PM
$445M speaks volumes about the influence Big Oil wields—and why policies so often favor fossil fuels. Renewable energy has its backers, but this shows the scale of the challenge. It’s an uphill battle, but one we can’t afford to lose. The stakes are too high. 🌍 #energysky #greensky
Rare earth elements are essential for green energy, but production must balance urgency with strong environmental standards. Canada’s approach could reduce reliance on China while setting a new benchmark for responsible mining. Thoughts? oilprice.com/Metals/Commo... #energysky #greensky
Canada's Rare Earth Rush: A New Frontier in Green Energy | OilPrice.com
Canada is poised to become a major player in the rare earth elements market, leveraging its vast reserves to support green technology and challenge China's dominance.
oilprice.com
January 22, 2025 at 12:00 PM
Rare earth elements are essential for green energy, but production must balance urgency with strong environmental standards. Canada’s approach could reduce reliance on China while setting a new benchmark for responsible mining. Thoughts? oilprice.com/Metals/Commo... #energysky #greensky
Such an exciting concept—renewable energy and water conservation in one! Let’s hope the momentum doesn’t stall. #energysky #floatingPV #greensky
A new DOE study reveals: "federally managed reservoirs have the potential to generate enough energy to supply power to around 100 million U.S. homes annually." How? Cover them with solar panels!
(Probably the last good study you'll see out of DOE for a while, sigh.)
(Probably the last good study you'll see out of DOE for a while, sigh.)
DOE Scientists Uncover Massive Potential: Floating Solar Panels Could Power 100 Million Homes
A new study reveals that federally managed reservoirs have the potential to generate enough energy to supply power to around 100 million U.S. homes annually. Federal reservoirs have significant potent...
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January 20, 2025 at 10:08 AM
Such an exciting concept—renewable energy and water conservation in one! Let’s hope the momentum doesn’t stall. #energysky #floatingPV #greensky
On frigid days like these, cold-climate heat pumps prove their worth! They pull heat from the air—even in freezing conditions—to keep homes warm and efficient. How do they work? Let’s chat! #energysky #greensky #heatpumps #renewableheat
January 20, 2025 at 9:59 AM
On frigid days like these, cold-climate heat pumps prove their worth! They pull heat from the air—even in freezing conditions—to keep homes warm and efficient. How do they work? Let’s chat! #energysky #greensky #heatpumps #renewableheat
It’s fascinating, isn’t it? Heat pumps work by moving heat, not generating it, making them incredibly efficient—even in subzero temps. The secret is in the refrigerant and phase changes. Nature’s physics, harnessed for our homes!
#energysky #heatpumps #renewables
#energysky #heatpumps #renewables
How is it possible that heat pumps can extract energy from the air even when it’s freezing cold outside?
It’s because there’s energy in the air down to -273C which is absolute zero.
It’s because there’s energy in the air down to -273C which is absolute zero.
January 18, 2025 at 1:20 PM
It’s fascinating, isn’t it? Heat pumps work by moving heat, not generating it, making them incredibly efficient—even in subzero temps. The secret is in the refrigerant and phase changes. Nature’s physics, harnessed for our homes!
#energysky #heatpumps #renewables
#energysky #heatpumps #renewables
🌞 Good morning, #energysky! 🌱
Did you know: Covering just 1% of the Earth's surface with solar panels could meet the world's energy needs. The challenge? Balancing efficiency, cost, and land use. What's your take on sustainable scaling for solar? ☀️
#greensky #agrivoltaics
Did you know: Covering just 1% of the Earth's surface with solar panels could meet the world's energy needs. The challenge? Balancing efficiency, cost, and land use. What's your take on sustainable scaling for solar? ☀️
#greensky #agrivoltaics
January 18, 2025 at 1:09 PM
🌞 Good morning, #energysky! 🌱
Did you know: Covering just 1% of the Earth's surface with solar panels could meet the world's energy needs. The challenge? Balancing efficiency, cost, and land use. What's your take on sustainable scaling for solar? ☀️
#greensky #agrivoltaics
Did you know: Covering just 1% of the Earth's surface with solar panels could meet the world's energy needs. The challenge? Balancing efficiency, cost, and land use. What's your take on sustainable scaling for solar? ☀️
#greensky #agrivoltaics
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Air monitoring station records biggest ever jump in atmospheric CO2
Air monitoring station records biggest ever jump in atmospheric CO2
Wildfires and fossil fuel burning in 2024 contributed to the biggest annual rise in atmospheric CO2 levels ever recorded at the Mauna Loa Observatory in Hawaii
www.newscientist.com
January 17, 2025 at 1:46 PM
Air monitoring station records biggest ever jump in atmospheric CO2
Solar is growing fast, but Neville Voss highlights the need for quality to match pace. With AI and IoT improving precision, every panel installed right brings us closer to a greener future. Thoughts on balancing speed and sustainability?
www.theglobeandmail.com/investing/ma... #SolarEnergy
www.theglobeandmail.com/investing/ma... #SolarEnergy
Neville Voss Advocates for Quality and Sustainability in Solar Energy
GetNews Press Release.
www.theglobeandmail.com
January 17, 2025 at 2:43 PM
Solar is growing fast, but Neville Voss highlights the need for quality to match pace. With AI and IoT improving precision, every panel installed right brings us closer to a greener future. Thoughts on balancing speed and sustainability?
www.theglobeandmail.com/investing/ma... #SolarEnergy
www.theglobeandmail.com/investing/ma... #SolarEnergy
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🚨 I’ve updated the hashtags for all 11 custom #Bluesky feeds I’ve created for all things re: the energy transition & related topics!
Here’s a cheat sheet for the hashtags for all 11 feeds, each of which are linked below.
Using these hashtags guarantees feed inclusion!
#energysky #greensky #EVsky
Here’s a cheat sheet for the hashtags for all 11 feeds, each of which are linked below.
Using these hashtags guarantees feed inclusion!
#energysky #greensky #EVsky
January 16, 2025 at 9:59 PM
🚨 I’ve updated the hashtags for all 11 custom #Bluesky feeds I’ve created for all things re: the energy transition & related topics!
Here’s a cheat sheet for the hashtags for all 11 feeds, each of which are linked below.
Using these hashtags guarantees feed inclusion!
#energysky #greensky #EVsky
Here’s a cheat sheet for the hashtags for all 11 feeds, each of which are linked below.
Using these hashtags guarantees feed inclusion!
#energysky #greensky #EVsky
PJM has a chance to modernize how clean energy connects to the grid, cutting through years of delays. The potential is there—will they seize it? A faster, cleaner, and more reliable energy future is within reach if action is taken now.⚡🌍 #CleanEnergy #GridFuture
What in the world is PJM? Great explainer about our largest grid operator and why it’s so important for a clean energy future.
P.S. did you know there are enough projects waiting to connect to power 12 M homes – 2x the number of households in Pennsylvania? 🔌💡 environmentamerica.org/pennsylvania...
P.S. did you know there are enough projects waiting to connect to power 12 M homes – 2x the number of households in Pennsylvania? 🔌💡 environmentamerica.org/pennsylvania...
What in the world is PJM?
And what does it have to do with renewable energy in Pennsylvania?
environmentamerica.org
January 16, 2025 at 7:51 PM
PJM has a chance to modernize how clean energy connects to the grid, cutting through years of delays. The potential is there—will they seize it? A faster, cleaner, and more reliable energy future is within reach if action is taken now.⚡🌍 #CleanEnergy #GridFuture
The federal government may falter, but states hold the power to lead the way on climate. Clean energy policies can lower emissions, cut bills, and build resilience. Read Climate Cabinet's roadmap for a sustainable future: 🌍 #CleanEnergy #ClimateAction
As Trump's inauguration approaches, here's an important new report from Climate Cabinet on all the many ways that states can keep climate progress going.
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cdn.sanity.io
January 16, 2025 at 7:39 PM
The federal government may falter, but states hold the power to lead the way on climate. Clean energy policies can lower emissions, cut bills, and build resilience. Read Climate Cabinet's roadmap for a sustainable future: 🌍 #CleanEnergy #ClimateAction
Solar panels are becoming more efficient, wind turbines are getting smarter, and batteries are holding more charge. The pace of renewable energy innovation is incredible. What's one breakthrough you're most excited to see in the next decade?
January 16, 2025 at 12:22 PM
Solar panels are becoming more efficient, wind turbines are getting smarter, and batteries are holding more charge. The pace of renewable energy innovation is incredible. What's one breakthrough you're most excited to see in the next decade?