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Burns & McDonnell discusses fit-for-purpose grid EPC delivery
Mike Wagner’s June assessment addresses limits of a uniform project approach.
Türkiye highlights growing electricity demand from household air conditioning
The August study presents a 2035 projection and thermostat guidance.
IEA says electrification is an energy-security option after the Hormuz shock
In an IEA scenario, electricity could cost-effectively supply 33 percent of final energy use by 2035; projected import savings are not realized outcomes.
WHC is EPC contractor as SunRoper 347 MW DC solar project breaks ground in Texas
OCI Energy, Arava Power and partners held the groundbreaking for the 347 MW DC SunRoper solar project in Wharton County, Texas, on 1 September 2026; WHC is EPC contractor and operations are expected in December 2027.
Data includedBurns & McDonnell delivers 346 MW DC Gibson City solar project in Illinois
Burns & McDonnell was the EPC contractor for the 346 MW DC Gibson City Solar Project in Illinois, which achieved commercial operation using an adjacent plant’s existing switchyard, the firm said on 1 September 2026.
Data includedNERC posts October monthly energy-cap schedules
The commission’s 5 October list includes schedules for ten electricity distributors.
Data includedENPRODE’s Yüksel Güler puts energy security at the centre of investment
In a Wellficent interview, Güler links resilient power networks and diversified supply to the demands of industry and artificial intelligence.
Data includedBlack & Veatch completes Mitsui’s 150 MW DC Three W Solar plant in Texas
Black & Veatch said on 29 September 2026 that Three W Solar, a 150 MW DC (110 MW AC) facility near Hillsboro, Texas, reached substantial completion and received ERCOT approval to connect to the grid.
Data includedEPDK releases August 2026 charging market statistics
The September 21 announcement outlines vehicle, charging-point, power and consumption coverage.
World Bank approves US$700 million in financing for Jordan reforms
The approved loan supports reforms covering business licensing, worker protections, energy investment, capital markets and finance access for smaller firms.