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Professor Helps Preserve Crucial Climate Change Data
The Trump administration’s policies raised concerns about the preservation of critical environmental data. Recognizing the risk of losing valuable information, Eric Nost and the Environmental…
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Unlocking More Value from Wind Energy Through Smart Monitoring
As the global demand for renewable energy intensifies, wind farms are emerging as pivotal players in the transition to sustainable power sources. In 2023, the…
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How Dangerous is Linemen Work?
Many occupations pose risks to workers, but few match the dangers that linemen face daily. Linemen play a critical role in maintaining and restoring the…
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New York City’s New Energy Policy
New York City unveiled a groundbreaking energy policy aimed at transforming the sustainability and efficiency of its buildings and facilities. This ambitious new initiative, designed…
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Wind Power: Tax Revenue Goldmine Faces Community Hurdles
As the renewable energy sector continues to expand, wind power is emerging as a significant source of tax revenue for local governments. However, despite its…
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Climate Change Strains Global Electricity Networks: A Wake-Up Call
The increasing frequency and intensity of climate-related disasters are placing unprecedented strain on the world's electricity networks, with severe implications for global energy security. According…
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Clean Energy Stakeholders Push to Preserve IRA Tax Credits
As the U.S. energy landscape shifts towards cleaner, renewable sources, stakeholders in the solar, storage, and broader clean energy sectors are intensifying their lobbying efforts…
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Exelon Expands Data Center Load and PJM Capacity
In a rapidly evolving energy landscape, Exelon’s recent moves in the energy and data center markets signal a pivotal shift in how utilities are engaging…
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Dynamic Resistance Measurement
Condition testing of circuit breaker’s arcing contacts BY BUDO MILOVIC, DV-Power The preventive maintenance on a high-voltage (HV) breaker consists of several routine tests. The…
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Deterrence Drives Next Gen Security
Theft, destruction, disablement, vandalism, and terrorism: any of the aforementioned words receive the attention of organizations with susceptible critical assets. Physical security and its costs,…
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The Role of SCADA in Grid Monitoring and Control
As electric power systems grow in complexity, the need for real-time monitoring and control has never been greater. At the center of this transformation is…
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Since 1952 Tallman has been Setting the Standard for Linemen
At Tallman Equipment, we are an employee-owned company that provides tools, equipment, and services for the construction and maintenance of Electrical Transmission and distribution infrastructure.…
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Lightning Strikes
In Canada, lightning flashes occur about 2.34 million times a year; with the highest levels of concentration during the summer months.
While most lightning on…
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