• January 12, 2022
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The U.S. EIA Reports New Capacity for 2022

Results from the annual survey from the U.S. Energy Information Administration reports that in 2022 they expect 46.1 gigawatts (GW) of new utility-scale electric generating capacity to be added to the U.S. power grid, almost half of the planned 2022 capacity additions are solar, followed by natural gas at 21% and wind at 17%. Solar […]

• January 3, 2022
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January Birthdays

Warmest wishes for a Happy Birthday to Lloyd Fitzwater, Ben Carlin, and Rick Bowling. We are so happy that you’re a part of our team! Happy Birthday and all the best to you in the year to come.

• January 3, 2022
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Solar Plus Battery Energy Storage – Focus for 2022-2023

According to the EIA (U.S Energy Information Administration), over the next two years, it is expected that 78 GW of new electricity generation capacity will be added to the nation’s grids, and they expect 62% (~49 GW) to come from large-scale solar with some of these projects coupled with battery energy storage (~6 GW). Part […]

• December 27, 2021
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LNG Import Agreement Reached with China

Venture Global and China’s national oil company, China National Offshore Oil Corporation (CNOOC), announced the execution of a 20-year Sales and Purchase Agreement (SPA).  CNOOC will import 2 million metric tons of LNG on a free on board (FOB) basis from Venture Global Plaquemines LNG facility, located in Plaquemines Parish, Louisiana (pictured above).  In addition, CNOOC […]

• December 20, 2021
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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your family!

GTTSi is lucky to have a group of dedicated employees, and we would like to thank you for all your hard work this year. Best wishes for a Happy New Year filled with health, happiness, and spectacular success!!

• December 15, 2021
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President Biden to Visit S.C. State University

President Biden is planning to visit South Carolina State University this Friday (December 17th).  He is scheduled to provide the commencement keynote speech for the December graduating class of 138 students.   In addition, South Carolina Representative Jim Clyburn will also cross the stage to formally receive his degree.  When he graduated in 1961 the […]

• December 15, 2021
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Retirement Lunch for Jackie

• December 13, 2021
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Christmas Comet

On December 12, did you get to see the “Christmas Comet” (Comet Leonard – C/2021 A1) during predawn? Leonard has been called the “Christmas comet” and was closest to Earth on December 12 (21,687,279 miles away), but you may be able to spot it in the days before and after — though the longer you wait, […]

• November 30, 2021
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FERC Seeks Comments on Section 205 of the Federal Power Act

In the U.S., almost all electric power is generated, transported, and consumed in alternating current networks. Elements of alternating current systems supply and consume two kinds of power:  real power and reactive power. Real power accomplishes useful work, such as running motors and lighting lamps, while reactive power supports the voltages that allow power to flow, which […]

• November 22, 2021
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Happy Thanksgiving

In this season of thankfulness, we are especially grateful for you; employees, and clients.  Together, with your help, we will continue to pursue our goal of being the BEST by doing the job right the first time, every time.  Thank you for your dedication, spirit, and determination; YOU have made a difference and YOU have contributed […]