Disaster & Recovery

Pennsylvania’s Yaw Bill

In a significant move for Pennsylvania’s energy sector, State Senator Gene Yaw has introduced a transformative piece of legislation aimed at modernizing the state's approach…
View more

Test Your Knowledge About Smart Grid!

Think you know Smart Grid? Take our quick, interactive quiz and test your knowledge in minutes.

  • Instantly see your results and score
  • Identify strengths and areas for improvement
  • Challenge yourself on real-world electrical topics
Take Quiz

Latest Electrical Industry News

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…
View more

Fighting Wildfires to Increase Pole Protection

Evaluating pole selection for increased protection BY BUTCH BERNHARDT, North American Wood Pole Council The number of wildland fires reached record levels in many states…
View more

Facing Wildfire? Choose Toughened Glass Insulators

Insulators under fire, what are we talking about? A line directly in the fire is considered as lost A line near the heat of a…
View more

Speed Up Damage Assessment, Assembly and Dispatch of Resources During Outage Events

In a survey conducted in September 2016 by ARCOS LLC (a provider of emergency resource management software), the software provider asked utilities how they manage…
View more

FERC Complaint Targets Duke, PJM Transmission Planning

A coalition of large energy consumers and ratepayer advocates has filed a complaint with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), urging the agency to prohibit…
View more

Emergency Response Kitting

Equipping utilities to restore power quickly and efficiently BY JOE D’ORAZIO, HD Supply Power Solutions In the days before Hurricane Sandy hit the East Coast…
View more
magazine_jul_aug_2023_article_3

ArmorBuiltTM Wildfire Shield Proven Protection for Utility Poles

IntroductionIn November of 2018, the deadliest, most destructive wildfire in California history burned a total of 240 square miles, destroyed 18,804 structures and resulted in…
View more

T&D Buyer's Guide


Disaster & Recovery Articles

Outage Management Toolbox

Outage Management Toolbox

Nine capabilities required for an effective OMS system BY MICHEL GILLES, Intergraph Increasing or maintaining…
View more
Climate Crisis Threatens Canada’s Ice Roads for Indigenous Communities

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…
View more
Current Trends in Transmission and Distribution

Current Trends in Transmission and Distribution

Sargent & Lundy has provided comprehensive engineering, development, permitting, high-level consulting, construction management, and commissioning…
View more
Evolution of Outage Management Systems

Evolution of Outage Management Systems

Examining the evolution of outage management systems BY GERALD GRAY & JOHN SIMMINS, Electric Power…
View more
Outage Management Review: When the Lights Go Out

Outage Management Review: When the Lights Go Out

The occurrence of severe weather events is on the rise at an alarming rate. According…
View more

FREE EF Electrical Training Catalog

Download our FREE Electrical Training Catalog and explore a full range of expert-led electrical training courses.

  • Live online and in-person courses available
  • Real-time instruction with Q&A from industry experts
  • Flexible scheduling for your convenience

Sign Up for Electricity Forum’s Newsletter

Stay informed with our FREE Newsletter — get the latest news, breakthrough technologies, and expert insights, delivered straight to your inbox.


Related Courses

Expert Electrical Training That Builds Skills

The Electricity Forum Training Institute provides expert-led electrical training for professionals across North America. We deliver live online and in-person courses year-round, taught by certified instructors. Our training helps ensure electrical safety, code compliance, and technical excellence for utilities, industries, contractors, and engineers in both the U.S. and Canada.

Live Online & In-person Group Training

Advantages To Instructor-Led Training – Instructor-Led Course, Customized Training, Multiple Locations, Economical, CEU Credits, Course Discounts.

Request For Quotation

Whether you would prefer Live Online or In-Person instruction, our electrical training courses can be tailored to meet your company's specific requirements and delivered to your employees in one location or at various locations.