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FERC, ERCOT Aim To Accelerate Renewable-To-Grid Connection

FERC, ERCOT Aim To Accelerate Renewable-To-Grid Connection

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission reforms and a new Texas program could streamline the process of integrating renewable energy into the power grid.


tech insights Dec 20, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Dynamic Line Rating Tech Aims to Maximize Transmission Capacity

Dynamic Line Rating Tech Aims to Maximize Transmission Capacity

Four dynamic line rating projects will test new solutions to maximize the utilization of transmission infrastructure. Learn about the benefits of…


News Nov 30, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
How States Are Building High-Powered EV Charging Centers

How States Are Building High-Powered EV Charging Centers

The National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure program will help increase the number and availability of electric vehicle fast-charging stations…


UK Plans Electrification of Offshore Oil and Gas Platforms

UK Plans Electrification of Offshore Oil and Gas Platforms

Britain’s North Sea Transition Authority has chosen three electrification concepts for North Sea oil and gas platforms. These selected studies…


Beaming Down: Capturing Solar Power From Space

Beaming Down: Capturing Solar Power From Space

It might be time to think more seriously about beaming solar energy from orbiting power stations. Several organizations are already working on the…


DOE Invests $3.5B in Infrastructure Upgrades, Microgrids, and Smart Grid

DOE Invests $3.5B in Infrastructure Upgrades, Microgrids, and Smart Grid

The federal government is pouring nearly $3.5 billion into 58 projects targeting infrastructure upgrades, microgrids, smart controls, and advanced…


News Nov 06, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Will China’s Limits on Graphite Hurt Li-ion Production?

Will China’s Limits on Graphite Hurt Li-ion Production?

China's plan to limit graphite exports has far-reaching effects on electric vehicles and efforts to transition to renewable energy.


Boost Solar Cybersecurity With This Toolkit

Boost Solar Cybersecurity With This Toolkit

Solar energy systems are vulnerable to cyberattacks, but energy engineers often don’t have the IT knowledge to prevent attacks or deal with them…


tech insights Oct 31, 2023 by Zac Amos
Hydrogen Serves Gas Turbine Demo,  Regional Supply Hub Projects

Hydrogen Serves Gas Turbine Demo,  Regional Supply Hub Projects

The latest developments in hydrogen use and production include hydrogen-powered turbines, production plants, and regional supply hubs.


News Oct 30, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
DOE Turning to 3D Printing to Solve Wind Turbine Manufacturing Woes

DOE Turning to 3D Printing to Solve Wind Turbine Manufacturing Woes

3D printing can solve challenges, including cost, material limitations, and scalability in manufacturing wind turbines.


News Oct 27, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Is a Nuclear Fusion Power Grid in America’s Future?

Is a Nuclear Fusion Power Grid in America’s Future?

In a move toward carbon-free energy generation in the next decade, the Department of Energy is investing $46 million in designs for nuclear fusion.…


HVDC Transmission Expansions in Japan, US

HVDC Transmission Expansions in Japan, US

A pair of high-voltage direct current transmission projects are coming to Japan and the U.S., while the DOE funds other HVDC innovations.


News Oct 17, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Offshore Wind Projects See Funding, Research and Cancellations

Offshore Wind Projects See Funding, Research and Cancellations

From advanced floating offshore wind technology to canceled projects, there’s plenty of news to cover in the offshore wind market.


News Oct 16, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Crucial Electric Building Load Data for Grid Engineers

Crucial Electric Building Load Data for Grid Engineers

Engineers now have access to NREL’s comprehensive database of electric load data from residential and commercial buildings across the U.S. 


Offshore Wind Needs Major HVDC Transmission Expansion

Offshore Wind Needs Major HVDC Transmission Expansion

A federal plan sets near- and mid-term goals for expanding transmission infrastructure along the Atlantic coast, including an interregional network…


News Sep 26, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
NERC Adds Energy Policy as Key Risk for Grid Reliability

NERC Adds Energy Policy as Key Risk for Grid Reliability

NERC recently stated energy policy is a concern for the U.S. and Canada's bulk-power supply. Energy policy determines whether the two…


EU Projects Using Solar and Heat To Produce Hydrogen

EU Projects Using Solar and Heat To Produce Hydrogen

European Union-funded research projects aim to validate enhanced methods for generating renewable hydrogen with solar energy.


News Sep 19, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
‘REDi’ for Hydro: Virtually Visualizing Hydropower’s Potential

‘REDi’ for Hydro: Virtually Visualizing Hydropower’s Potential

The National Renewable Energy Laboratory has pioneered a virtual space with the help of engineers and design teams to showcase current research and…


Wide Bandgap Tech Institute Gets More DOE Funding

Wide Bandgap Tech Institute Gets More DOE Funding

The U.S. Department of Energy allocated $8 million to fund continued research and workforce development at PowerAmerica, an organization serving…


News Sep 18, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Solar-Powered Hydrogen Project to Employ Control/EMS Tech

Solar-Powered Hydrogen Project to Employ Control/EMS Tech

Yokogawa’s energy management system (EMS) will integrate control and energy management functions at an upcoming renewable hydrogen project in…


News Sep 16, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell