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Chester Energy and Policy started in 2017 as a blog before blossoming into a full consulting business. The goal of the blog originally was simple: answer interesting questions in the world of energy & sustainability that weren’t being answered elsewhere, tapping into energy data sets, expert interviews, and a unique lens.
Today, the blog section of Chester Energy and Policy seeks to continue that mission: answering interesting questions. If you have a question that you think is worth diving into for a blog post, reach out and let us know! .
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The Energy Hype Cycle Is Loud. The Grid Is Not: Clickbait vs. Reality in Energy
In popular media coverage, energy stories are often influenced as much by headline grabbiness as actual industry movement. The headlines yell at us:
Nuclear is back!
Geothermal is hot!
Coal is killing you!
But how much of these stories are actually rooted in true developments? Grid planners can’t keep the lights on based on what stories happen to be trending.
The Internet’s Favorite Argument Against Renewables… Tested With Data
Energy-related newswires have in recent years seen many announcements for record renewable energy installations.
These come from government reporting…
Technological Beyond the Sun : How Analytics is Revolutionizing Solar Operations?
Our recent roundtable discussion, '𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐧𝐨𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 - 𝐁𝐞𝐲𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐮𝐧: 𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐀𝐧𝐚𝐥𝐲𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐢𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐫 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬,' explored these pressing challenges and the role of advanced analytics, AI , and integrated communication platforms in achieving a balanced production-consumption system.
Available Degree Programs in the Energy Industry
Matt Chester writes for EnergyDegrees.org, covering energy engineering, energy management, and related subjects. Matt’s professional experience includes time spent as a consultant on energy policy issues for companies contracted to the U.S. Department of Energy; providing unique market analysis and policy insights for clients in energy, sustainability, and cleantech; and offering data-backed energy insights as a part of his company, Chester Energy & Policy.
Unlocking Smart Grid Opportunities in Emerging Markets and Developing Economies
Electric Utilities and The 2050 Dilemma
Study after study finds that the United States must double its electricity production by 2050 in order to meet the surging demand for electricity in transportation. The anticipated load is for surface vehicles, but the aviation industry has its eyes on electric flight.
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