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Vestas says its V236-15.0 MW is its biggest offshore wind turbine yet. We compared the wind turbine’s dimensions to…

Vestas says its V236-15.0 MW is its biggest offshore wind turbine yet. We compared the wind turbine’s dimensions to other human-made structures…

Engineers are working to develop efficient, long-lasting batteries for electric vertical take-off and landing…

Engineers are working to develop efficient, long-lasting batteries for electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft’s unique power needs.

Electric vehicles adopt high battery voltage to speed up charging times, extend range, and increase energy capture.…

Electric vehicles adopt high battery voltage to speed up charging times, extend range, and increase energy capture. Advanced integrated circuits…

Solar cell output can be variable, and weather can interfere with voltage, but maximum power point tracking allows…

Solar cell output can be variable, and weather can interfere with voltage, but maximum power point tracking allows operators to maximize solar…

As the grid modernizes, distributed energy resource management systems are essential for efficient power management.

As the grid modernizes, distributed energy resource management systems are essential for efficient power management.

Artificial intelligence can address management challenges caused by integrating renewables into the grid.

Artificial intelligence can address management challenges caused by integrating renewables into the grid.

How can engineers protect an AI-enabled grid from cyberattacks? This is the second in a three-part series examining the…

How can engineers protect an AI-enabled grid from cyberattacks? This is the second in a three-part series examining the benefits and drawbacks of…

Artificial intelligence can modernize the power grid but comes with risks. This article, the first in a three-part…

Artificial intelligence can modernize the power grid but comes with risks. This article, the first in a three-part series, examines the benefits…

Collecting solar power from a giant satellite in space and transmitting the energy back to Earth is not as sci-fi as it sounds. 

Collecting solar power from a giant satellite in space and transmitting the energy back to Earth is not as sci-fi as it sounds. 

In a decentralized smart grid, blockchain technology can facilitate operations, strengthen security, and aid sustainability. 

In a decentralized smart grid, blockchain technology can facilitate operations, strengthen security, and aid sustainability. 

Effective grid digitalization requires interoperability among systems, networks, and assets. Achieving interoperability…

Effective grid digitalization requires interoperability among systems, networks, and assets. Achieving interoperability is complex and involves…

Outdated equipment is hindering full grid digitalization. Retrofitting may be the answer. This is the fourth part in a…

Outdated equipment is hindering full grid digitalization. Retrofitting may be the answer. This is the fourth part in a series examining technical…

Successful grid digitalization must overcome problems sharing necessary data while protecting privacy and security. This…

Successful grid digitalization must overcome problems sharing necessary data while protecting privacy and security. This is the third part in a…

Grid digitalization faces many challenges, but it also means more efficient performance and a more robust platform for…

Grid digitalization faces many challenges, but it also means more efficient performance and a more robust platform for renewables integration and…

Cyberattacks on a digitalized and interconnected power grid can have devastating effects. Preventing them will require…

Cyberattacks on a digitalized and interconnected power grid can have devastating effects. Preventing them will require technical innovation. This…

Numerous issues, including fierce competition, an oversupply of modules, and changes in net metering agreements,…

Numerous issues, including fierce competition, an oversupply of modules, and changes in net metering agreements, challenge solar equipment…

Audi’s second generation of electric vehicle technology optimizes battery performance with several clever improvements.

Audi’s second generation of electric vehicle technology optimizes battery performance with several clever improvements.

Genevieve Stark plans the future of wind energy as a research engineer with the National Renewable Energy Laboratory.…

Genevieve Stark plans the future of wind energy as a research engineer with the National Renewable Energy Laboratory. Recently, she told EEPower…

Go big or go home? Not necessarily with EVs. Find out here why EVs may be shrinking and putting U.S. legacy manufacturers…

Go big or go home? Not necessarily with EVs. Find out here why EVs may be shrinking and putting U.S. legacy manufacturers to the test.