SE-Clean Energy

As the global energy transition accelerates, traditional renewables like wind and solar are rapidly scaling. Yet to achieve decarbonization targets and stabilize grids under higher renewable penetrations, next‑generation technologies must move from pilot projects to commercial reality. This article explores three transformative pillars—green hydrogen and Power‑to‑X pathways, carbon capture and storage coupled with renewables (CCUS+R), […]

As the world accelerates toward a cleaner energy future, it’s vital to scrutinize not only the technologies themselves but also their environmental footprints and societal ramifications. While renewables promise dramatic cuts in greenhouse‑gas emissions, they also pose challenges—from material lifecycles and land‑use conflicts to community acceptance and workforce readiness. This article explores the key environmental

The transition to a low‑carbon economy depends not only on the maturity of clean‑energy technologies but also on the policy frameworks, regulatory safeguards, and market structures that enable—or impede—their deployment. Article #8 in our clean‑energy deep‑dive series examines three critical dimensions: carbon pricing mechanisms and renewables incentives; grid codes, permitting hurdles, and interconnection processes; and

The shift from fossil fuels to renewables isn’t just a technological revolution—it’s fundamentally reshaping how projects are financed, valued and operated. Article #7 of our clean‑energy deep dive explores the evolving economics, capital structures and business models that are driving renewables from niche to mainstream. 1. Rethinking Value: LCOE vs. System‑Value Traditionally, project cost competitiveness has

The transition to a low‑carbon energy system hinges not only on the proliferation of renewable generation but equally on our ability to store and flexibly dispatch that power. Article #6 delves into the technologies, applications, and system‑level solutions that are reshaping how electricity is balanced, managed, and delivered. We explore mature and emerging storage chemistries,

The global push toward decarbonization and circular economies has thrust bioenergy and waste‑to‑energy into the spotlight as versatile, dispatchable renewables. From first‑generation biofuels made from food crops to advanced waste‑to‑energy plants that convert municipal garbage into electricity, this sector bridges the gap between waste management and clean‑energy generation. In this article, we explore the evolution