Eliana Silva

Eliana Silva

Maximizing Land Use for Renewable Energy

Aerial view of a solar-over-canal installation in Stanislaus County, CA, as part of Project Nexus. Solar panels are mounted above a canal, adjacent to an agricultural field, showcasing innovative land use for renewable energy and water conservation.

Land use has become a key consideration in renewable energy development as the demand for clean energy grows. With increasing competition for space, innovative solutions are emerging that allow renewable energy infrastructure to coexist with existing land uses. By leveraging…

The Roadblock to Battery Storage in California

Aerial view of the Santa Ana Energy Storage facility in Orange County, CA, featuring large-scale battery storage units. The image includes the title "Battery Storage: Overcoming Challenges," highlighting efforts to expand energy storage infrastructure.

The California Independent System Operator (CAISO) is facing significant delays in processing Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) projects due to an influx of interconnection requests. In 2021, CAISO received 373 requests during its Cluster 14 window—over triple the annual average…

Carbon Capture or Clean Energy: What is the Smarter Choice?

A renewable energy landscape featuring wind turbines and solar panels under a clear blue sky, with the text 'Carbon Capture or Clean Energy?' highlighting the debate between carbon capture technology and renewable energy solutions.

A new study from Stanford University raises an important question for policymakers, businesses, and energy leaders: Is carbon capture a viable solution for decarbonization, or is investing in 100% renewable energy the smarter choice? The research, published in Environmental Science…

BEI Construction Announces Leadership Changes

A professional announcement graphic featuring Dominic DiMare, BEI Construction's new CEO. Dominic stands on the right side, wearing a checkered button-up shirt, smiling confidently. The background is black with bold white text reading "BEI’s Exciting New Chapter" and "Dominic DiMare | BEI’s new CEO." At the bottom, there is an illustrated skyline with renewable energy elements like solar panels, wind turbines, and battery storage, alongside the BEI Construction logo.

BEI Construction is entering an exciting new chapter with key leadership transitions that will shape the company’s future. Dominic DiMare has been named CEO, bringing over 30 years of industry experience and a deep commitment to growing BEI’s impact on…

UC San Diego’s Battery Testing Labs

Rows of battery storage containers representing a large-scale energy storage project in Southern California. Text overlay reads 'UCSD's Battery Testing Labs,' emphasizing energy storage innovation and real-world applications, with project details: Southern California Energy Storage | 537.5 MW / 2.15 GWh project distributed across 3 sites | Long Beach, CA

With a growing focus on clean energy transformation, academic institutions nationwide are researching new approaches to energy conservation and renewable energy solutions. One notable example is an advanced battery testing ecosystem developed by UC San Diego that’s playing a key…

The Future of Batteries for Sustainable Energy Storage

Image of a large battery storage container being lifted by a construction crane against a clear blue sky, with icons representing renewable energy and technology at the top and the text 'The Future of Batteries' prominently displayed.

As the world transitions to renewable energy, the battery landscape is rapidly evolving— demanding solutions beyond traditional lithium-ion batteries. The next generation of energy storage promises to be smaller, faster, and more efficient, with innovations that address critical challenges like…

Power and Connectivity: Data Centers in a High-Demand Future

Modern data center interior with rows of server racks and the text 'Data Centers: Power and Connectivity,' highlighting the infrastructure and energy management theme.

Data centers, which are mission-critical to the modern enterprise, face growing energy challenges as the global demand for high-performance computing rises. With power consumption projected to increase significantly over the next several years, ensuring a reliable, sustainable energy supply is…