ISO New England, the regional grid operator, has launched a Request for Proposals (RFP) aimed at enhancing the region’s transmission infrastructure to support the anticipated influx of wind energy from northern Maine. The new initiative, announced on March 31, 2025, seeks to address long-term transmission needs and improve power flow between northern Maine, where large-scale wind farms are expected to be developed, and the demand centers in southern New England.
The RFP, developed in collaboration...
On July 26, 2024, a new report highlighted the growing role of energy storage systems in reducing operational costs for building operators. As electricity prices continue to climb, energy storage has emerged as a strategic tool for managing energy expenses and enhancing building efficiency. The...
One of the important trends in the design of new overhead lines over the past 20 years has been the development of structures and designs that are less obtrusive and more pleasing visually. Much the same process has also been going on at substations. Green infrastructure begins with sustainable...
Texas is at a pivotal crossroads in its energy policy, with legislative actions that could significantly reshape the state's electricity landscape. A recent report by Aurora Energy Research, commissioned by the Texas Association of Business, warns that proposed restrictions on renewable energy...
The height of the power transmitting towers is usually in the range of 10m to 40m and the separation between two consecutive towers is about 200m to 400m. In addition, the area of the ground that needs to be considered in the simulation is large. Therefore, Finite Element Method (FEM) is not...
In a significant enforcement action, Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) has laid 200 charges against ArcelorMittal Canada, alleging violations of the Fisheries Act. The charges pertain to the unlawful deposit of harmful substances into fish-bearing waters in Quebec between 2014 and 2022....
Iowa, a leading state in wind energy production, is making significant strides in addressing the environmental challenge posed by decommissioned wind turbine blades. Traditionally, these blades—constructed from durable materials like fiberglass and resin—have been difficult to recycle,...
Alliant Energy has officially brought Iowa’s largest solar facility online, marking a significant milestone in the state's renewable energy landscape. The 200-megawatt (MW) Pleasant Creek Solar project, located in Linn County, is now operational and supplying clean electricity to Alliant...
In a significant legal move, 17 Democratic-led states and the District of Columbia have filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration, aiming to block its executive order that halts federal approvals for new wind energy projects. The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of...
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to drive unprecedented demand for computing power, data centers are facing mounting pressure to meet energy needs sustainably. Exowatt, a Miami-based renewable energy startup, is addressing this challenge with its innovative P3 modular solar thermal system....
President Donald Trump's proposed 2026 federal budget outlines a significant reallocation of resources, with a notable emphasis on reducing expenditures in clean energy, environmental initiatives, and scientific research. The Department of Energy (DOE) is particularly affected, facing a proposed...
