Tag: renewable energy
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Offshore Wind and National Security: Trump Claims Questioned
Background: Why offshore wind projects were paused Late last month, the Trump administration halted construction on offshore wind projects valued in the billions of dollars after the Defense Department raised concerns about potential national security implications. The decision, and the vague nature of the concerns cited, has left industry stakeholders and energy policy observers seeking…
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Solar barns in tobacco: Sustainable TZ future
Introduction: A greener path for Tanzania’s tobacco sector Tanzania’s tobacco industry is a cornerstone of rural livelihoods, providing income for hundreds of thousands of households and contributing to the country’s place among the world’s top producers. Yet the system is energy- and emission-intensive. Traditionally, tobacco leaves are cured using firewood, a process that consumes vast…
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What the Trump Offshore Wind Threat Claim Really Means (and What It Isn’t Saying)
Introduction: A Threat or a Rhetorical Move? The Trump administration recently paused billions in offshore wind development, arguing that national security concerns from the Defense Department warranted a halt. Yet, public explanations have been thin, with officials offering few concrete specifics about what makes offshore wind facilities a security risk. The result is a political…
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Solar Barns: Pioneering a Sustainable Tobacco Future in Tanzania
Introduction: A Greener Path for Tanzania’s Tobacco Sector Tobacco farming is a cornerstone of Tanzania’s rural economy, supporting hundreds of thousands of households and positioning the country among the world’s top producers. Yet the process that preserves this cash crop—curing tobacco leaves—has long relied on traditional fire-based methods. These methods burn vast amounts of wood,…
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Solar Barns in Tobacco: Tanzania’s Sustainable Future
Introduction: A Sustainable Path for Tanzania’s Tobacco Sector Tanzania’s tobacco farmers sustain hundreds of thousands of rural households and position the country among the world’s top producers. Yet the industry’s traditional curing method—fueling kilns with firewood and charcoal—poses environmental, health, and economic challenges. Solar barns offer a practical, scalable solution to modernize tobacco curing, reduce…
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Night-time Solar Energy: Could It One Day Power Satellites?
Solar magic: turning night into nightless energy Sunlight has long defined Australia’s energy story, from golden beaches to solar farms glittering on the horizon. Now researchers in Sydney are exploring a radical idea: could we harvest energy from the sun even when it isn’t shining on Earth by feeding power to satellites and, in turn,…
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Night-time solar energy: could it power satellites from Australia to space
Can night-time solar energy power satellites? Solar energy is synonymous with daylight in Australia—glinting on water, warming the sand, and fueling homes and industry. But a growing line of research asks a bold question: can we harvest solar energy during the day, store it, and transmit enough power to satellites even when the sun is…
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Rural Electrification Aims to Curb Youth Migration in Dodoma Region
Dodoma’s Electrification Drive Gains Momentum The Dodoma Regional Commissioner, Ms. Rosemary Senyamule, has underscored a bold rural electrification initiative aimed at curbing youth migration from rural communities to urban centers. As Tanzania implements a nationwide project to supply electricity to 9,009 hamlets, the Dodoma region is positioning itself as a model for how reliable energy…
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Platinum Group Metals, Green Hydrogen, and South Africa’s Economic Future
Executive overview South Africa stands at a pivotal moment in its energy and economic trajectory. The country possesses a rich endowment of platinum group metals (PGMs), a cornerstone for cutting-edge green hydrogen production. As policymakers align with the Just Energy Transition Investment Plan (JET IP), South Africa is positioning PGMs at the heart of an…
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Investing in Africa: Key developments shaping the investment landscape
Overview: Africa at the Dawn of a New Investment Cycle Africa is positioning itself as a global growth engine, set to become the world’s second-fastest-growing region. As the continent accelerates its development trajectory, investors are paying closer attention to its evolving business climate. The momentum comes with a mix of promise and risk, demanding a…