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Hitachi Energy Announces $479 Million Facility in London, Ontario: A Milestone for Canadian Power Infrastructure

Hitachi Energy Announces $479 Million Facility in London, Ontario: A Milestone for Canadian Power Infrastructure

On October 1, Hitachi Energy announced a significant $479 million investment to establish a new manufacturing facility in London, Ontario. This development represents a major step forward in enhancing Canada’s power infrastructure and reflects the country's commitment to building the…

New 250 MW Battery Storage Project Advances Uzbekistan’s Power Infrastructure

New 250 MW Battery Storage Project Advances Uzbekistan’s Power Infrastructure

In a significant move for Uzbekistan’s electrical grid, UAE-based AMEA Power has finalized the Battery Storage Services Agreement and Investment Agreement for a large-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in the country’s capital, Tashkent. The project, with a rated capacity…

EBRD Commits $265 Million to Africa’s Largest Solar Power Plant Project

EBRD Commits $265 Million to Africa’s Largest Solar Power Plant Project

Africa is set to mark a major milestone in its renewable energy journey, with the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) announcing its support for what is described as the continent’s largest solar power plant. The project has received…

Ørsted Finalizes Construction of UK Battery Energy Storage Project

Ørsted Finalizes Construction of UK Battery Energy Storage Project

Ørsted, a major developer in the renewable energy sector, has completed the construction of its latest battery energy storage project in the United Kingdom. This significant project update, as of October 2026, marks another step forward for energy storage infrastructure…

Genesis Unveils 200MWh Battery Storage at New Zealand’s Largest Power Station

Genesis Unveils 200MWh Battery Storage at New Zealand’s Largest Power Station

New Zealand’s largest power station has taken a significant step forward in power system modernization with the commissioning of a 200 megawatt-hour (MWh) battery storage system by the energy company Genesis. This development introduces large-scale battery energy storage technology to…

Vattenfall to Market 200 MW of Balancing Capacity from Veja Mate Offshore Wind Farm in Germany

Vattenfall to Market 200 MW of Balancing Capacity from Veja Mate Offshore Wind Farm in Germany

Germany’s offshore wind sector marks a significant development with Vattenfall set to market 200 megawatts (MW) of balancing capacity from the 416 MW Veja Mate offshore wind farm. This advancement connects two major players—Vattenfall (a key European energy company) and…

Nigeria’s REA Commissions 1MW Solar and Battery Energy Storage Mini Grid in Gombe State

Nigeria's REA Commissions 1MW Solar and Battery Energy Storage Mini Grid in Gombe State

A significant development has taken place in Nigeria with the commissioning of a new solar and battery energy storage system (BESS) mini grid in Gombe State. The Rural Electrification Agency (REA) has launched this facility, providing a 1 megawatt (MW)…

80 MWh Battery Installation Announced for Berkshire East Ski Area

80 MWh Battery Installation Announced for Berkshire East Ski Area

In the United States, Inlyte Energy and CutPeak Energy have announced plans for an 80 megawatt-hour (MWh) battery energy storage system at Berkshire East Ski Area. This project highlights how large-scale battery installations are becoming integral in supporting local grids…

Intensive Growth in Transmission & Distribution: What Electrical Professionals Should Know

Intensive Growth in Transmission & Distribution: What Electrical Professionals Should Know

The global transmission and distribution (T&D) industry is undergoing a period of rapid and intensive development, highlighted by major investments, expanded manufacturing capabilities, and new factories worldwide. This momentum is reshaping both the transformer and switchgear sectors as utilities and…

GridCARE Identifies $350 Billion U.S. Grid Capacity Enhancement Potential

GridCARE Identifies $350 Billion U.S. Grid Capacity Enhancement Potential

In the United States, GridCARE has released an analysis estimating a potential $350 billion opportunity to enhance power grid capacity. According to GridCARE, existing U.S. electrical networks could support up to 120 gigawatts (GW) of additional capacity, pending site-specific technical…