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The Fight Against Animal-Caused Substation Outages

Every day across the country, animals enter substations for warmth, food, security, or simply out of curiosity. In many areas, wildlife intruding into power equipment…
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Nova Scotia to strip private utility of control over power grid access, appoints new energy regulator

In a significant overhaul of its energy management system, Nova Scotia is set to remove the private utility's control over access to the power grid.…
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Duke Energy Approved to Deploy New Power Generation in NC

Duke Energy has received approval from North Carolina regulators to deploy a significant amount of new power generation capacity in the state, including new natural…
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Eaton Fire Investigation Could Take 18 Months

In early February 2025, the Eaton Fire ravaged over 14,000 acres in Altadena, California, leaving devastating destruction in its wake. The fire, which resulted in…
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FERC Delay Threatens 3 GW in ISO-NE Auction

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's (FERC) failure to act on ISO New England's (ISO-NE) proposed interconnection reforms is raising alarms, as it could prevent up…
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A Primer on the Codes and Standards Governing Battery Safety and Compliance

Batteries have greatly influenced the utility industry, and the evolution of battery chemistries has revolutionized their applications. With the emergence of new technologies and advancements…
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Exowatt's Next-Generation Renewable Energy Tech Could Power Data Centers

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…
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Bills Threaten Renewable Growth and Raise Costs

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…
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Texas CEO Calls for Redesign of the Grid

Texas CEO Calls for Redesign of the Grid

As Texas continues to experience rapid population growth and surging electricity demand, there is increasing…
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Bruce Power expansion gets $50M in federal funding

Bruce Power expansion gets $50M in federal funding

In a significant move toward bolstering Canada's clean energy capabilities and addressing the increasing demand…
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How Dangerous is Linemen Work?

How Dangerous is Linemen Work?

Many occupations pose risks to workers, but few match the dangers that linemen face daily.…
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Ground Tester Section Criteria

Ground Tester Section Criteria

Ground Tester Section Criteria is important to decide. The electrical grounding component of an electrical…
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DOE Grants $2.2B for Transmission and Storage Projects

DOE Grants $2.2B for Transmission and Storage Projects

In a landmark move aimed at accelerating the U.S. transition to a more resilient and…
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