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Intel Uses AI to Rethink Power Grid Infrastructure

Intel Uses AI to Rethink Power Grid Infrastructure

By moving away from a one-way power flow, Intel’s grid concept can help support the integration of renewables.


new products Dec 17, 2023 by Jake Hertz
STMicroelectronics Demos Smart-Grid Chipset and NB-IoT Module

STMicroelectronics Demos Smart-Grid Chipset and NB-IoT Module

At the Enlit Europe energy forum in Paris, ST highlighted a Prime v1.4-certified chipset for smart metering and an NB-IoT module for mobile devices.


All-in-One Planning Tool Speeds DER Proposals for Engineers

All-in-One Planning Tool Speeds DER Proposals for Engineers

The modeling tool from Xendee streamlines the proposal process for distributed energy resources projects by merging financial feasibility, quoting,…


News Dec 14, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Profits from Crypto Mining Could Jump-Start Renewables

Profits from Crypto Mining Could Jump-Start Renewables

Before connecting wind and solar projects to the grid, energy developers could profit by selling electricity to cryptocurrency miners. 


Weighing the Trade-Offs of Overhead and Underground Transmission

Weighing the Trade-Offs of Overhead and Underground Transmission

How do overhead and underground transmission technologies stack up regarding efficiency, reliability, and route constraints? Let’s unpack the key…


Should Power Plants Worry About Electromagnetic Pulses?

Should Power Plants Worry About Electromagnetic Pulses?

A study at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory investigates the susceptibility of power plants to high-altitude electromagnetic pulses.


tech insights Dec 04, 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
Preventing a Dangerous Domino Effect in Europe’s Power Grid

Preventing a Dangerous Domino Effect in Europe’s Power Grid

European researchers determined causes and warning signs for power outages that could lead to widespread blackouts. They recommended strategies for…


Remote Grids Replace Distribution Lines to Combat Wildfire Risk

Remote Grids Replace Distribution Lines to Combat Wildfire Risk

A renewable standalone power system just came online in a wildfire-prone area in rural California, replacing nearly 1 mile of overhead distribution…


News Nov 23, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Siemens Invests Big in Electrical Equipment and Software Services

Siemens Invests Big in Electrical Equipment and Software Services

Norwegian distribution system operator Elvia has deployed Siemens’ LV Insights X, a software platform for low-voltage grid operators that allows…


new products Nov 18, 2023 by Mike Falter
Powering Rural Areas With Solar Mini-Grids

Powering Rural Areas With Solar Mini-Grids

Husk Power Systems recently secured $100 million to scale its mini-grid deployments in rural Africa and Asia.


News Nov 06, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
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
From Digital Twins to IIoT, Substation Innovation Heats Up

From Digital Twins to IIoT, Substation Innovation Heats Up

Substations are using digital twin platforms, machine learning, robotics, and other high-tech tools to increase stability and efficiency.


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
GMP Grid Resilience Plan Will Overhaul T&D

GMP Grid Resilience Plan Will Overhaul T&D

Vermont’s leading utility introduced a plan to overhaul its transmission and distribution infrastructure to eliminate outages by 2030. The…


News Oct 23, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Fault Location: Enhancing Grid Reliability With Time Reversal Technology

Fault Location: Enhancing Grid Reliability With Time Reversal Technology

Researchers are employing time reversal concepts to better identify and locate faults on the grid.


tech insights Oct 19, 2023 by Jake Hertz
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
Modernizing Models for Advanced Grid Technology

Modernizing Models for Advanced Grid Technology

Experts say energy system models urgently need improvements to include emerging renewable energy technology and energy storage systems.


A Deep Dive Into NERC’s Revised Rules for Inverter-Based Resources

A Deep Dive Into NERC’s Revised Rules for Inverter-Based Resources

This article explores the far-reaching implications of these changes on generation, transmission, and distribution systems, as well as the…


tech insights Oct 12, 2023 by Jake Hertz
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.