Fire Strikes Panama’s Thermal Power Plant – Nationwide Power Outage Ensues
During the night between Saturday and Sunday, a malfunction at a private thermal power plant in Panama caused widespread disruptions in the country’s electricity supply. The incident occurred when a fire broke out at one of the plants, triggering the…
Social Media as a Tool for Monitoring Species in the Era of Climate Change
Climate change affects the range of habitats of numerous species, and these changes are usually documented through databases such as the Global Biodiversity Information Facility (GBIF). However, in recent times, rapid shifts in species distribution cannot always be tracked through…
Plug-in Solar Systems Conquering the European Market
Solar panels in households are becoming a key element of the energy transition. In this context, plug-in solar power plants could significantly accelerate the expansion of solar technologies due to their affordability and ease of installation. These are small solar…
Plogging – Exercise for Health and a Cleaner Environment
Caring for health plays an essential role in daily life, from the food we consume to the quality of our sleep and the time we dedicate to physical activity. Walking, jogging, or running strengthens the body and mind and offers…
Wind and Solar Surpass Coal in U.S. Electricity Generation
For the first time last year, the United States reached a milestone where solar and wind energy together generated more electricity than coal, according to the organization EMBER. Wind and solar accounted for 17 percent of total electricity production, while…
Today We Celebrate International Day of Rivers – Our Rivers, Our Future
The International Day of Rivers, observed annually on March 14, carries the theme this year: „Our Rivers, Our Future” Rivers are vital natural resources – they provide water for drinking, agriculture, industry, and energy production while also serving as habitats…
Pokrovac: Battery Storage Can Reduce Electricity Prices by 25 Percent by 2030
Croatia is a country firmly committed to the energy transition, and investments in the flexibility of the power system and the development of battery storage systems are key to its success. These were the conclusions of the Solar Flex Croatia…