Blue Diamond and Divert Partner to Transform Almond Byproducts into Renewable Energy

Blue Diamond Growers, a leading almond company, and Divert, Inc., a technology firm focused on sustainable food solutions, have announced a partnership to convert almond byproducts into renewable energy at Divert’s new facility in Turlock, California. This collaboration will support California’s climate goals and highlight the innovative use of food waste for a more sustainable future.

WattBridge Expands Texas Power Portfolio, Adding 384 MW to Support Growing Energy Demand

WattBridge Energy, an independent power producer, has commissioned its sixth generating facility in Texas, the Remy Jade Generating Station. This new facility, powered by eight LM6000 gas turbines, adds 384 MW of dispatchable power to the ERCOT grid, supporting nearly 2 million homes. WattBridge’s commitment to grid resilience and energy security is further demonstrated through its four projects totaling 1,600 MW submitted to the Texas Energy Fund, aiming to expand its portfolio to nearly 5,000 MW.

Eni Seeks Investors for Renewable Energy Unit Plenitude

Eni, Italy’s leading oil and gas company, is in talks with several investment funds to sell a minority stake in its renewable energy and retail business, Plenitude. This move marks another step in Eni’s strategy to attract specialized investors to support its energy transition efforts. The potential sale could value Plenitude at over €10 billion, with investors like Apollo Capital Management, HitecVision, and Trilantic Europe expressing interest.

DOE Invests $1.5 Billion in Low-Carbon Fertilizer Production, Revitalizing Coal Community

The Department of Energy has announced a $1.559 billion loan commitment to Wabash Valley Resources (WVR), supporting the construction of a revolutionary low-carbon anhydrous ammonia fertilizer production facility in Indiana. This project is expected to significantly increase domestic fertilizer supply, create thousands of jobs, and revitalize a struggling coal community, while also reducing carbon emissions.

Renewable Energy Boom Faces Grid Bottleneck: A Global Challenge

While renewable energy investments are skyrocketing globally, inadequate power grids are hindering progress. Despite the addition of a record amount of renewable power capacity, many projects remain unconnected due to limited grid access, particularly in regions lacking traditional power plants. This bottleneck could significantly impact global decarbonization goals, forcing reliance on fossil fuels.

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