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A study from the University of Surrey introduces an innovative approach to improving grid-connected distributed energy…

A study from the University of Surrey introduces an innovative approach to improving grid-connected distributed energy systems by strategically…

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission reforms and a new Texas program could streamline the process of integrating…

Federal Energy Regulatory Commission reforms and a new Texas program could streamline the process of integrating renewable energy into the power grid.

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

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

How do overhead and underground transmission technologies stack up regarding efficiency, reliability, and route…

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Solar energy systems are vulnerable to cyberattacks, but energy engineers often don’t have the IT knowledge to prevent…

Solar energy systems are vulnerable to cyberattacks, but energy engineers often don’t have the IT knowledge to prevent attacks or deal with them…

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

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

Experts say energy system models urgently need improvements to include emerging renewable energy technology and energy…

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

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

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

Engineers now have access to NREL’s comprehensive database of electric load data from residential and commercial…

Engineers now have access to NREL’s comprehensive database of electric load data from residential and commercial buildings across the U.S. 

Duke Energy's self-healing grid prevented 17,000 outages in Florida during Hurricane Idalia. This type of smart grid can…

Duke Energy's self-healing grid prevented 17,000 outages in Florida during Hurricane Idalia. This type of smart grid can detect problems and…

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

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

A new study thoroughly examining floating offshore wind turbine design benefits and drawbacks will help engineers looking…

A new study thoroughly examining floating offshore wind turbine design benefits and drawbacks will help engineers looking to improve offshore wind…

Recently, several automakers banded together to create a fast-charging network to challenge Tesla's Supercharger…

Recently, several automakers banded together to create a fast-charging network to challenge Tesla's Supercharger infrastructure. This article…

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

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

NERC recently stated energy policy is a concern for the U.S. and Canada's bulk-power supply. Energy policy determines…

NERC recently stated energy policy is a concern for the U.S. and Canada's bulk-power supply. Energy policy determines whether the two…

Focusing on demand-side measures, a study pinpoints strategies to cut 91% of U.S. building emissions by 2050.

Focusing on demand-side measures, a study pinpoints strategies to cut 91% of U.S. building emissions by 2050.