Krisztina Pjeczka

On-grid solar is coming to Sub-Saharan Africa – Rwanda is taking the lead

Among its many natural treasures, Africa has one infinitely valuable resource: the sun. At last, large-scale solar photovoltaic systems can harness its power to provide carbon-free electricity to people who need it the most. 

Tuesday, November 13, 2018
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Reducing the land use impact of solar energy – a triple win for climate, agriculture, and biodiversity

Solar energy is hailed as the holy grail of climate change mitigation. But is it really? Like any other technological solution, solar has its issues especially regarding its impact on land use change. A recent study highlighted some promising alternatives for siting solar in areas that can spare prime agricultural land, thus reducing solar land footprint.

Friday, September 14, 2018
Krisztina Pjeczka

Support and opposition to offshore wind power in the US – A clash of perceptions and reality

Towering wind turbines have been overlooking the European seas for almost a decade. Why is the U.S. lagging in offshore wind development? A recent study examined the psychological and social factors that influence public opinion and eventually facilitate or hinder project development.

Wednesday, August 1, 2018
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Charge your car, fill your pockets: The benefits of vehicle-to-grid energy storage

Electric vehicles are running the roads, claiming green fame. Could they also earn their drivers money? In a recent study, researchers mapped out the economics of vehicle-to-grid energy storage for peak electricity demand reduction and potential profits.

Wednesday, March 28, 2018
Krisztina Pjeczka

The conundrum of siting wind farms

Although wind power is often hailed as one of the ultimate sustainable energy sources, siting wind farms can be tricky. A recent study examined the trade-offs between building wind farms close to population centers or in remote regions with more suitable wind conditions. The results can help policymakers locate new wind development more efficiently.

Tuesday, November 28, 2017
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Good carbon pricing is good carbon spending

If you don’t like it, why not put a… price on it? Researchers from Stanford University prepared a guide to carbon pricing and how governments around the world are using the money generated from it.

Tuesday, August 22, 2017
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Shared solar: The next big thing in renewable energy

The U.S. solar market is rapidly growing, but a number of policy and economic barriers remain. Community solar projects offer a unique solution. 

Monday, April 10, 2017
Krisztina Pjeczka

A Roadmap to 100 Percent Clean Power

A recent study outlines the steps we need to take to fundamentally transform our power system and rely primarily on renewable energy sources. Reaching that goal will be challenging but not impossible.

Monday, December 5, 2016
Krisztina Pjeczka
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