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Biz Briefs: Partnerships and Expansions in Robots, EV Chargers, and More

Biz Briefs: Partnerships and Expansions in Robots, EV Chargers, and More

In this edition of Biz Briefs, Triad Magnetics, SSEN, Stardust Power, Rosendin, and Wallbox have made business moves to expand or advance their…


News May 09, 2025 by Karen Hanson
3 Strategies All Utilities Can Use for Grid Modernization

3 Strategies All Utilities Can Use for Grid Modernization

Utilities take different approaches to modernizing their grids, but an IBM Institute for Business Value report outlines three strategies they all…


Finding the ‘Hidden Revenues’ of Renewable Energy Systems

Finding the ‘Hidden Revenues’ of Renewable Energy Systems

Using a reliable efficiency index, researchers discovered that smart grids with renewable sources can save energy and costs.


VPPs: Grid Resilience Without Infrastructure Upgrades

VPPs: Grid Resilience Without Infrastructure Upgrades

Virtual power plants can enhance grid reliability and meet growing energy demand by aggregating distributed energy resources.


25 Emerging Companies Pitch the Future of Energy at Distributech

25 Emerging Companies Pitch the Future of Energy at Distributech

Energy startups pitched their ideas to energy experts at Distributech in EPRI’s Incubatenergy Labs annual competition.


Drones, Sensors Enable Dynamic Line Rating Optimization

Drones, Sensors Enable Dynamic Line Rating Optimization

Pitch Aeronautics’ drone-installed dynamic line rating sensors will provide Idaho Power with real-time data analysis.


News Apr 01, 2025 by Joshua Tidwell
AI Power Solutions Dominate at Distributech 2025, Part 2

AI Power Solutions Dominate at Distributech 2025, Part 2

EEPower was on the exhibit floor to learn from the experts about cutting-edge technology and artificial intelligence in power equipment, software,…


AI, Grid-Edge, DER, and V2G: Distributech Highlights, Part 1

AI, Grid-Edge, DER, and V2G: Distributech Highlights, Part 1

The annual conference showcased the latest in transmission, distribution, and energy management. EEPower was on site to bring you the news.


3 Projects Making Energy Cleaner and Leaner

3 Projects Making Energy Cleaner and Leaner

Researchers have made breakthroughs in carbon-free energy, battery electrodes, and grid modeling.


tech insights Mar 28, 2025 by Jake Hertz
New Moves in SMRs, Hydrogen Fuel, and Smart Grid Tech

New Moves in SMRs, Hydrogen Fuel, and Smart Grid Tech

Leaders in energy and tech have progressed in nuclear and hydrogen energy and smart grid solutions.


News Mar 25, 2025 by Shannon Cuthrell
Research Pushes Perovskite and Solar to New Levels

Research Pushes Perovskite and Solar to New Levels

Recent advancements aim to improve efficiency in harvesting renewable energy and achieving power grid resilience.


tech insights Mar 24, 2025 by Jake Hertz
Smart Buildings Could Reinvent the Power Grid

Smart Buildings Could Reinvent the Power Grid

Managed efficiently using advanced data-driven platforms, smart buildings could participate in the energy ecosystem and make the grid more…


tech insights Mar 20, 2025 by Jake Hertz
Zero-Trust: Preventing Grid Cyber Attacks

Zero-Trust: Preventing Grid Cyber Attacks

Iowa State University and Central Iowa Power Cooperative are collaborating to develop a zero-trust architecture to strengthen grid cybersecurity.


tech insights Mar 12, 2025 by Jake Hertz
IoT Sensors and Actuators: Transforming Legacy Grid Infrastructure

IoT Sensors and Actuators: Transforming Legacy Grid Infrastructure

IoT sensors in power grids can optimize grid management and make integrating renewable energy sources easier.


Alabama Power Takes Predictive Power Mapping to the Next Level

Alabama Power Takes Predictive Power Mapping to the Next Level

A predictive power mapping system has won $275,000 and propelled Alabama Power and partner E Source to the third round in the Department of…


News Feb 28, 2025 by Karen Hanson
SiC Patents Ramp in High-Power Applications

SiC Patents Ramp in High-Power Applications

Innovations in silicon carbide are impacting electric vehicles, renewable energy, and more.


News Feb 27, 2025 by Shannon Cuthrell
Smarter Power Grids: IoT Brings Efficiency and Innovation

Smarter Power Grids: IoT Brings Efficiency and Innovation

While some challenges remain, IoT-enhanced smart grids make management easier and streamline renewable energy integration.


Analayzing Thermal Effects on DC Link Capacitors

Analayzing Thermal Effects on DC Link Capacitors

Understanding thermal stress in smart grid capacitors can help extend DCLC lifespan.


Innovation Surge Sweeps Grid Tech

Innovation Surge Sweeps Grid Tech

Grid technology inventions target high-tech solutions for infrastructure, renewable energy, and electric vehicles.


News Feb 12, 2025 by Shannon Cuthrell
EU Considers Bitcoin for Grid Stability

EU Considers Bitcoin for Grid Stability

Cryptocurrency companies make the case for leveraging Bitcoin mining to stabilize Europe’s power grid.


News Feb 05, 2025 by Shannon Cuthrell