While a great deal of the world shifts to sustainable energy, several South American countries continue to rely on coal for electricity generation. Colombia, for example, is one of the world’s major coal exporters, thanks to its vast coal deposits. Many South American governments are working to gradually phase out coal-fired power plants. Countries such […]
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Agrivoltaics in South America holds potential for the energy sector by providing a sustainable solution to several challenges. Agrivoltaics increase renewable energy capacity to bolster food security and climate resilience. Countries like Chile, Brazil, and Argentina are aiming to increase their share of solar, wind, and hydropower. Use of agrivoltaics enables them to expand solar
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Wind energy in Peru is a significant renewable energy initiative that could reduce carbon emissions. The Caraveli wind project in Peru aims to harness strong winds in the region to generate clean electricity. This will contribute to the efforts on reducing the dependence on fossil fuels. The project recently achieved permanent occupancy easement from the
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In the pursuit of clean energy and low-carbon energy, white hydrogen promises a clean alternative. White hydrogen is also referred to as natural hydrogen. It is naturally occurring and is found in the earth’s crust or emitted from underground reservoirs. South America has plenty of natural geological conditions that contribute to the development of white
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A b strand ground clamp is a type of electrical connector designed to provide a stable ground connection. It’s also called a messenger ground clamp. The b strand ground clamp aims to fit around both the b strand wire and the grounding conductor. It also contains a bolt or screw for tightening and securing the
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A top tie is a type of conductor tie used to secure the electrical conductors to the insulator on crossarms. Its main purpose is to hold the conductor in place and ensure proper electrical contact. It is also able to do this while allowing for some movement due to thermal expansion, wind and other factors.
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A top tie is a type of hardware used to secure the conductor to the insulator on the top side of a pole. It is a component used to ensure the stability and reliability of the transmission line. The top tie has a design to wrap around the conductor and attaches it to the insulator.
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A spool tie is a component used to secure a conductor to an insulator in overhead transmission lines. Its design allows it to wrap around the conductor and insulator to hold it in place. Spool tie is from metallic wire or material that matches the conductor to prevent abrasion. It is also from materials such
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A slack span dead end is a transmission line segment designed to have lower stress than the main spans. It has a special function in the structural and operational integrity of the system. The slack span dead end helps to regulate the system’s mechanical and environmental stressors. They also provide decreased tension, which promotes flexibility
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A pin insulator is a component used in overhead transmission lines to prevent electricity from flowing to unwanted areas. It helps to support and insulate the conductors from the support structures like poles. The pin insulator consists of a cylindrical body with a flange at one end and a groove at the other end. The
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