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Michigan's Path to 60% Clean Energy by 2030: Strategies and Challenges
Michigan is accelerating its transition to renewable energy, aiming to generate 60% of its electricity from clean sources by 2030. This ambitious goal is part…
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Case Study: Rapid Changes in Bushing Health
IntroductionContinuous online monitoring of bushings provides real-time information which can result in the early detection of a possible failure.
Challenge: A Major AlarmA prominent U.S.…
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Unlocking Energy Potential: The DOE Transmission Planning Study and High Opportunity Interregional Interfaces
In an era marked by the urgent need for sustainable energy solutions, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has embarked on a transformative initiative to…
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Trudeau Liberals in Turmoil Over Energy and Climate Change Policies
The Trudeau government is facing increasing turmoil over its energy and climate change policies, reflecting a broader crisis of coherence within Canadian environmental and energy…
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Governments Emphasize Links Between Climate Change and Nature Loss
In a landmark shift, governments around the world are increasingly emphasizing the direct links between climate change and the collapse of biodiversity. This interconnectedness, which…
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Texas CEO Calls for Redesign of the Grid
As Texas continues to experience rapid population growth and surging electricity demand, there is increasing pressure on the state's electrical grid to meet the needs…
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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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Biden’s Green Vision vs. Trump’s Traditional Energy Policies
In the ever-evolving landscape of U.S. climate policy, the 2024 presidential race highlights a significant divergence between candidates on the future of climate change and…
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Vacuum Interrupter Testing for Circuit Breakers
How to predict field life using vacuum interrupters
BY FINLEY LEDBETTER, Group CBS
Utilities have widely replaced older air-magnetic and oil interrupters for circuit breakers…
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Restoring Power: The Mobile Solution
Power has weaved its way into nearly every intrinsic detail of our lives. It has become an afterthought during the course of the day and…
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Electrical Substation Maintenance
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Lineworkers face numerous risks daily, from respiratory ailments to electrical hazards. These dangers can result in severe injuries, low blood pressure, bleeding, and vomiting. However,…
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AI at the Substation Edge: Digital Twins and Predictive Maintenance for Transformers and Switchgear
From Data Collection to Insight
Modern substations generate vast amounts of data—temperatures, gas levels, vibrations, contact wear, and breaker operations. Historically, much of it went…
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