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Whitehouse Advocates for Carbon Pricing to Combat Climate Change
As the world grapples with the accelerating impacts of climate change, U.S. policymakers are increasingly recognizing the need for bold and effective strategies to reduce…
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Nova Scotia to strip private utility of control over power grid access, appoints new energy regulator
In a significant overhaul of its energy management system, Nova Scotia is set to remove the private utility's control over access to the power grid.…
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Addressing Climate Change Impacts on Maternal and Child Health
The intersection of climate change and maternal, newborn, and child health (MNCH) was at the heart of the fourth dialogue in PMNCH's Ready, Set, Implement…
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New Jersey Halts Plans for Fourth Offshore Wind Farm Award
In a recent decision, New Jersey's Board of Public Utilities (BPU) opted to close its fourth round of offshore wind solicitations without awarding any bids,…
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Louisiana Industries Push for Faster Renewable Energy Transition
Louisiana, known for its robust oil and gas industry, is experiencing a significant shift as some of its largest industries express frustration over delays in…
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FirstEnergy Explores Alternatives to PJM Capacity Market
In a strategic move aimed at enhancing its power supply reliability, FirstEnergy is actively exploring alternatives to the PJM capacity market. This development reflects the…
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Whales Helping Uncover Climate Change Secrets
Whales, the majestic giants of the ocean, have long captivated human imagination. Beyond their grandeur, these marine mammals are now providing scientists with invaluable insights…
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Electrical Substations
Substation Automation Standard
Reducing engineering costs using IEC 61850 BY ADAM GAUCI, Schneider Electric As substation automation is moving towards software environments based on the International Electrotechnical Commission’s…
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Protecting Substations Against Animal Invaders
A closer look at animal-caused outages at substations BY BILL REICHARD, TransGard Systems Every year, squirrels, raccoons, snakes, and other climbing animals cause substation outages…
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Reducing Nuisance Alarm Rates from On-Site Security Systems
The physical security of electrical generation, transmission, and distribution sites is critical. The potential risks of a security failure are clear: disruption to service, damage…
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Grid-Scale Battery Storage Systems and Their Impact on Substation Operations
The transition to renewable energy is reshaping the power landscape, with grid-scale battery storage systems playing a pivotal role in this transformation. These systems are…
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Circuit Breaker Time and Motion Testing
Determining mechanical condition of high-voltage circuit breakers
BY JOZEF LEVI, Doble Engineering Company
Life expectancy of a newly installed high-voltage circuit breaker is approximately 40…
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