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Ohio Advocates Aim to Protect Clean Energy Gains from Political Shifts

In Ohio, clean energy advocates are working tirelessly to safeguard recent advancements in renewable energy and climate policy from potential political setbacks. The state's progress in clean energy initiatives is at risk due to ongoing political uncertainties, prompting a concerted effort to ensure that gains made in sustainability and climate action are not undone by shifting political tides.

Recent Gains in Clean Energy

Ohio has made notable strides in clean energy and climate policy in...

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Why Net-Zero is Cheaper for the UK

The United Kingdom has set an ambitious target to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. This goal necessitates a comprehensive transformation of various sectors, including energy, transportation, and agriculture. While the environmental imperatives are clear, there is growing evidence...

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FERC Conference Highlights Challenges in Resource Adequacy

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) recently hosted the Co-Located Load Conference, a significant event that focused on resource adequacy, energy reliability, and the challenges of ensuring sufficient electricity supply amidst changing grid dynamics. As the energy landscape continues to...

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Bruce Power expansion gets $50M in federal funding

In a significant move toward bolstering Canada's clean energy capabilities and addressing the increasing demand for electricity, the federal government has announced a $50 million investment in the expansion of the Bruce Power nuclear plant. This initiative marks a pivotal moment as Ottawa's most...

Electrical Substations

Advanced Sensor Technologies for Intelligent Transformers and Substations

In the evolving landscape of power grid management, integrating advanced sensor technologies in intelligent transformers and substations is revolutionizing monitoring and control. These sensors provide real-time data collection and analysis, significantly improving asset management and fault detection. Modern sensors enhance substation automation by enabling real-time monitoring, fault detection, and predictive control.

This article delves into the types of advanced sensors used in transformers and substations, the benefits of real-time data collection and analysis, the integration of sensors with IoT platforms and data analytics tools, and examples of successful sensor deployments and their impact on grid reliability. These intelligent systems rely on precise electrical substation components to ensure accurate data collection and response.

 

Types of Advanced Sensors Used in Transformers and Substations

Modern transformers and substations increasingly rely on advanced sensors to enhance monitoring, diagnostics, and predictive maintenance. These sensors gather critical real-time data on temperature, vibration, and gas composition,...

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Power Factor Testing of Circuit Breakers

Detecting contamination and deterioration in SF6 breakers to ensure longevity BY LINDA NOWAK, Doble Engineering Company The purpose of “Doble testing”, or power factor testing, SF6 (sulfur hexafluoride) circuit breakers is to detect the presence of contamination and/or deterioration of the...
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Gas Dehydration

Sulfur hexafluoride (SF6) insulates medium- and high-voltage switchgears around the world. In its pure form, this non-toxic, inert gas helps the power transmission & distribution (T&D) industry operate more safely by extinguishing high-temperature arcs. With a much higher...
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Substation Security

Improve protection with a layered security approach BY ERIC BYRES, Belden Inc. An age-old joke in the North American power industry states that if Alexander Graham Bell walked in the room today, he would not recognize the telephone, the technology, or its business model. However, if Thomas Edison...