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Making Waves: Ocean Energy Technology Surging Ahead

Making Waves: Ocean Energy Technology Surging Ahead

Wave energy generators are emerging as an innovative technology that can harness the ocean's constant motion.


Ford’s Battery Pivot Enters the Grid

Ford’s Battery Pivot Enters the Grid

Ford is moving from EVs into the fast-growing world of grid-scale energy storage.


News Jun 01, 2026 by Shannon Cuthrell
Primary Distribution Systems—Part 5: Planning for Today’s Grid

Primary Distribution Systems—Part 5: Planning for Today’s Grid

This article connects primary distribution to feeder upgrades (FLISR, right-sizing, DER/DCFC siting) for safety, quality, and restoration.


Microchip Launches 3.3 kV Power Modules for Solid-State Transformers

Microchip Launches 3.3 kV Power Modules for Solid-State Transformers

New HV-D3 mSiC silicon carbide phase leg modules enhance grid-to-rack efficiency and thermal robustness for hyperscale data centers.


new products May 29, 2026 by Dale Wilson
DC-Link Capacitors: The Component That Will Make or Break AI Power

DC-Link Capacitors: The Component That Will Make or Break AI Power

Discover why next-gen film technology is crucial to meeting modern efficiency and reliability targets for 800 VDC AI data centers.


Primary Distribution Systems—Part 4: Fault Levels and Short Circuits

Primary Distribution Systems—Part 4: Fault Levels and Short Circuits

Learn about fault levels and short-circuit protection for medium-voltage distribution. We’ll examine current sources, fault types, symmetrical…


Briefs: Developments in Data Centers, Storage, and Nuclear

Briefs: Developments in Data Centers, Storage, and Nuclear

NextEra Energy, Dominion Energy, EnerVenue, National Laboratory of the Rockies, and many other energy companies are focusing on AI data centers,…


News May 21, 2026 by Karen Hanson
Primary Distribution Systems—Part 3: Overhead and Underground Choices

Primary Distribution Systems—Part 3: Overhead and Underground Choices

Overhead vs. underground power distribution: Learn the cost, reliability, and design trade-offs for medium voltage power systems across urban,…


No Land Needed: Solar Canopies Cover California Canals

No Land Needed: Solar Canopies Cover California Canals

The pilot project generates electricity from solar panels installed over irrigation canals while conserving agricultural land and water.


News May 15, 2026 by Claire Turvill
Primary Distribution Systems—Part 2: Protective Devices, Automation

Primary Distribution Systems—Part 2: Protective Devices, Automation

Protective devices, such as reclosers and sectionalizers, along with automation, can quickly detect, isolate, and restore service after faults.


Briefs: Tech Advancements Target Data Centers and Batteries

Briefs: Tech Advancements Target Data Centers and Batteries

Amazon, Terrestrial Energy, Riot Platforms, Nvidia, Infineon, Corning, d-Matrix, and many more are innovating in technology to support data centers…


News May 14, 2026 by Karen Hanson
Texas A&M Pairs LLM and Digital Twins for Reactor Monitoring

Texas A&M Pairs LLM and Digital Twins for Reactor Monitoring

An AI framework uses a human-in-the-loop GPT agent to provide real-time advisory support for advanced nuclear reactor operations.


tech insights May 13, 2026 by Luke James
Primary Distribution Systems—Part 1: Design of Feeders and Laterals

Primary Distribution Systems—Part 1: Design of Feeders and Laterals

This article discusses primary distribution system transport of medium-voltage power from substations via feeders to local transformers to ensure…


Briefs: Fission and Fusion, Nuclear Projects Abound

Briefs: Fission and Fusion, Nuclear Projects Abound

Brookfield, The Nuclear Company, Westinghouse Nuclear, Commonwealth Fusion Systems, Blue Energy, GE Vernova, FANCO, and X-energy are among the…


News May 07, 2026 by Karen Hanson
Harvesting the Florida Sun: Disney World Runs on 100% Solar

Harvesting the Florida Sun: Disney World Runs on 100% Solar

The resort’s latest solar facility brings the total solar capacity to 212,000 kW annually.


News May 06, 2026 by Claire Turvill
Distribution System Fundamentals—Part 3: Emerging Trends

Distribution System Fundamentals—Part 3: Emerging Trends

This article provides analysis steps and implementation strategies for distributed energy resource behavior, transportation electrification, and…


Why Fragmented Intelligence Undermines Grid Reliability

Why Fragmented Intelligence Undermines Grid Reliability

Relying on periodic snapshots for transformer health leads to costly failures, but continuous, real-time hydrogen monitoring can avoid them.


Distribution System Fundamentals—Part 2: Topologies and Reliability

Distribution System Fundamentals—Part 2: Topologies and Reliability

Explore distribution topologies, from simple radial feeders to complex networks, and examine reliability metrics, common causes of outages, and…


Hitachi Energy Launches AI-Powered Suite for Infrastructure

Hitachi Energy Launches AI-Powered Suite for Infrastructure

The HMAX Energy platform combines digital twins, predictive analytics, and expert field support to reduce transformer failures by up to 50%.


new products Apr 24, 2026 by Luke James
Enphase Ramps up Deployment of Its 1st GaN-Power Microinverter

Enphase Ramps up Deployment of Its 1st GaN-Power Microinverter

Enphase Energy expands its commercial solar footprint by shipping high-efficiency microinverters for complex three-phase grids.


News Apr 24, 2026 by Jake Hertz