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NREL’s Second Real-Time Controllable Grid Interface Transforms Renewable Energy

NREL’s Second Real-Time Controllable Grid Interface Transforms Renewable Energy

The National Renewable Energy Laboratory constructed the Controllable Grid Interface a decade ago to help test emerging renewable energy…


Two-Way Energy: Powering Homes With Electric Vehicles

Two-Way Energy: Powering Homes With Electric Vehicles

Through bidirectional charging, electric vehicles can power homes and make renewable energy more efficient.


Detecting Battery Defects With High-Speed Microscopy

Detecting Battery Defects With High-Speed Microscopy

During the manufacturing process, scanning battery cells for defects can be time-consuming, expensive, and inaccurate. However, a method known as…


tech insights Jan 04, 2024 by Jake Hertz
Battery Energy Storage Systems Increase as Renewables Grow

Battery Energy Storage Systems Increase as Renewables Grow

As the use of renewable energy grows, grid systems are becoming increasingly dependent on battery storage.


Modeling Distributed Energy Systems Can Optimize Grid Development

Modeling Distributed Energy Systems Can Optimize Grid Development

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


FERC, ERCOT Aim To Accelerate Renewable-To-Grid Connection

FERC, ERCOT Aim To Accelerate Renewable-To-Grid Connection

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


tech insights Dec 20, 2023 by Jake Hertz
Enhancing Grid Resilience With Mobile Emergency Generators

Enhancing Grid Resilience With Mobile Emergency Generators

Mobile emergency power generators are increasingly used for disaster relief, but deploying these units can be challenging. Researchers have created…


tech insights Dec 08, 2023 by Jake Hertz
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
Machine Learning Aids Next-Gen Nuclear Reactors

Machine Learning Aids Next-Gen Nuclear Reactors

Argonne National Laboratory researchers are testing machine learning on sodium-cooled fast reactors to aid anomaly detection and improve reactor…


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…


Breakthroughs in Battery Longevity, Performance and Safety

Breakthroughs in Battery Longevity, Performance and Safety

Recent research in battery technology and materials could lead to more efficient, longer-lasting electric vehicle and storage batteries.


tech insights Nov 22, 2023 by Jake Hertz
U.S. Grid Operators Behind in Deploying HVDC Technology

U.S. Grid Operators Behind in Deploying HVDC Technology

A European report outlines strategies to assist North American grid engineers in implementing high-voltage direct current transmission.


tech insights Nov 21, 2023 by Zac Amos
UK Plans Electrification of Offshore Oil and Gas Platforms

UK Plans Electrification of Offshore Oil and Gas Platforms

Britain’s North Sea Transition Authority has chosen three electrification concepts for North Sea oil and gas platforms. These selected studies…


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
Roofing Materials Can Reduce Power Demand In Urban Spaces

Roofing Materials Can Reduce Power Demand In Urban Spaces

Densely packed infrastructure in urban spaces can significantly raise temperatures in structures and surrounding areas. Engineers are pioneering…


The Energy Challenges of AI’s Rapid Ascent

The Energy Challenges of AI’s Rapid Ascent

With the surge in the popularity of artificial intelligence, a recent study delves into the implications of the rising electricity consumption…


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
Self-Healing Grids and the Future of Power Distribution

Self-Healing Grids and the Future of Power Distribution

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


tech insights Oct 09, 2023 by Jake Hertz
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