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The Unique Charging Infrastructure Needs of Airport EV Fleets

The Unique Charging Infrastructure Needs of Airport EV Fleets

As more airports electrify operations, challenges emerge around integrating high-power charging infrastructure—a transition that entails careful…


Powering Electric Construction Equipment Without Compromising the Grid

Powering Electric Construction Equipment Without Compromising the Grid

European researcher SINTEF has assessed how electric construction equipment impacts grid performance and reduces emissions. The challenge is…


The Energy Resilience Imperative

The Energy Resilience Imperative

Researchers in New South Wales recommend distributed energy resources and additional steps to ensure grid resilience.


tech insights Oct 09, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Preventing Grid Failures and Managing the Complexities of Wildfire Risk

Preventing Grid Failures and Managing the Complexities of Wildfire Risk

Managing wildfire risk is a difficult process that depends on many variables, and utility companies are searching for better tools to repair…


Smart Inverter Meets Challenges of Shading, Uneven Terrain in Solar Arrays

Smart Inverter Meets Challenges of Shading, Uneven Terrain in Solar Arrays

The SolarEdge 330 kW inverter and H1300 power optimizer use maximum power point tracking to maximize power and improve the levelized cost of energy…


new products Sep 24, 2023 by Mike Falter
Solar-Plus-Storage Plants Dominate Hybrid Power Growth in 2022

Solar-Plus-Storage Plants Dominate Hybrid Power Growth in 2022

New data from Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory tracks last year’s immense growth in hybrid power plants, particularly in solar-plus-storage…


Study Outlines Potential of Floating Solar in Tropical Regions

Study Outlines Potential of Floating Solar in Tropical Regions

A study out of Australia analyzes the potential impact of floating solar panel projects in tropical areas free of strong winds and waves. 


State of the Industry: The Evolution of US Energy Jobs and Salaries

State of the Industry: The Evolution of US Energy Jobs and Salaries

The growth of renewables promises a robust job market for engineers and technicians.


EV Charging Future: Xendee Report Highlights Challenges, Solutions

EV Charging Future: Xendee Report Highlights Challenges, Solutions

A recent report delves into the challenges facing commercial EV charging. Xendee CTO and Co-Founder Michael Stadler offers EE Power readers a…


tech insights Aug 17, 2023 by Jake Hertz
San Diego Jumpstarts Microgrid Projects to Boost Resilience

San Diego Jumpstarts Microgrid Projects to Boost Resilience

A 25-year deal between the City of San Diego and Shell New Energies promises a long-term commitment to solar microgrid projects. 


News Aug 17, 2023 by Claire Turvill
Microgrid in a Box Provides Renewable Backup Power for Rural Areas

Microgrid in a Box Provides Renewable Backup Power for Rural Areas

Engineers demonstrate a renewable energy-based mobile backup power system at a hydropower plant in rural Idaho. 


Introduction to STATCOM Systems

Introduction to STATCOM Systems

Modern power electronics provide keys to improving the performance and reliability of electrical power grids.


Advancing Recycling Methods for Carbon and Glass Fiber Composites

Advancing Recycling Methods for Carbon and Glass Fiber Composites

Scientists are actively developing recycling methods to address the expected increase in carbon and glass fiber waste.


Powering the Control of Modern Energy Systems

Powering the Control of Modern Energy Systems

Reducing CO₂ emissions has become a worldwide goal and led to the research and development of many new technologies. This article examines the…


Heat Wave Threatens Texas Power Grid…Again. Here’s How To Protect the Grid

Heat Wave Threatens Texas Power Grid…Again. Here’s How To Protect the Grid

Solar power and battery storage have come to the rescue to help keep the fragile Texas electricity grid up and running.


Say Goodbye to Outages: How Solar Plus Storage is Fueling the Microgrid Revolution

Say Goodbye to Outages: How Solar Plus Storage is Fueling the Microgrid Revolution

Solar plus energy storage microgrids with advanced controls can supplement the current energy grid cost-effectively.


Making Microgrids Standard Practice Requires Industry Standard

Making Microgrids Standard Practice Requires Industry Standard

Microgrids are a powerful tool for reaching carbon-neutrality goals and building grid resilience. Standardization could pave the way for greater…


US-Lead Consortium Begins Work on Mini-Grid Feasibility Study in Fiji

US-Lead Consortium Begins Work on Mini-Grid Feasibility Study in Fiji

Backed by a U.S. Trade and Development Agency grant, the University of Arizona and other organizations are kicking off an 18-month feasibility…


PG&E to Build Hybrid Microgrid for Backup Power in Wildfire-Prone Napa Valley 

PG&E to Build Hybrid Microgrid for Backup Power in Wildfire-Prone Napa Valley 

PG&E will add a hybrid hydrogen fuel cell + battery energy storage system to one of its substations to provide backup power in Calistoga,…


News May 17, 2023 by Shannon Cuthrell
Operating Principles of Single-Phase AC Voltage Controllers

Operating Principles of Single-Phase AC Voltage Controllers

This article explores the operating principles of a single-phase AC voltage controller, including protection circuitry and calculations, as well as…