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Climate Change Concerns Among Canadian Farmers
Climate change is profoundly affecting Canadian agriculture, with farmers across the country expressing diverse concerns based on regional experiences and political perspectives. A recent poll…
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New Hampshire's New Solar Incentives
New Hampshire enacted a new law that brings substantial changes to its solar energy landscape. The legislation introduces enhanced solar incentives for cities while discontinuing…
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FERC Reviews PJM Colocation Rules for Data Centers and Large Energy Loads
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has launched a review of the rules surrounding the colocation of large energy consumers, such as data centers, with…
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Climate Crisis Threatens Canada’s Ice Roads for Indigenous Communities
The warming climate is rapidly transforming the landscape of northern Canada, particularly for Indigenous communities who rely on ice roads for critical supplies. These roads,…
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Why calibrate test equipment
You’re serious about your electrical test instruments. You buy top brands, and you expect them to be accurate. You know some people send their digital…
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Renewable Energy Job Creation Is a Better Bet Than Coal
When it comes to renewable energy job creation, the Trump administration would do well to take a fresh look at clean energy rather than focusing…
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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
Cybersecurity in Modern Substations: Protecting the Grid from Emerging Threats
As substations become more interconnected and automated, they are increasingly vulnerable to cyberattacks. These critical nodes of the power grid are essential for ensuring a…
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Insights from the Field: How Thermal Cameras Safeguard Remote Substation Perimeters
The Insights from the Field series features insight from experts who recommend, deploy, and use thermal imaging technology daily. Let's discuss the diverse applications of…
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Contact Material Recycling and Sustainability in Electronics
The electronics industry is experiencing rapid growth and innovation, with devices becoming more advanced and ubiquitous. As this industry continues to flourish, it’s crucial to…
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Smart Substations and Their Role in the Evolving Smart Grid
A Smart substation digitizes protection and control, enabling utilities to detect faults faster, manage DER volatility, and reduce outage risk. The payoff depends on architecture,…
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The Copper Theft Pandemic
Around the time of the financial crisis of 2008, precious metals pricing began to change drastically. Beginning in late 2007, a trend of price instability…
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