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Reducing Alaska’s Prison Population as a Climate Strategy

In Alaska, a novel approach to climate strategy is gaining traction: reducing the prison population. Advocates argue that addressing the high incarceration rates can play a crucial role in mitigating climate change. This perspective reflects a broader understanding of how social justice and environmental sustainability are interconnected. By focusing on the prison system, Alaska aims to address both social inequities and environmental challenges, creating a more holistic approach to climate action.

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The AI Solar Installation Robot

In a significant leap forward for the solar energy industry, Maximo, an advanced AI-enabled robot, is transforming the landscape of utility-scale solar installations. This innovative technology is set to revolutionize how solar panels are installed, offering increased efficiency, precision, and...

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Energy Storage Cuts Costs for Building Owners

On July 26, 2024, a new report highlighted the growing role of energy storage systems in reducing operational costs for building operators. As electricity prices continue to climb, energy storage has emerged as a strategic tool for managing energy expenses and enhancing building efficiency. The...

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DOE Boosts Community-Led Geothermal Projects

In December 2024, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announced funding to support community-led geothermal projects, aiming to enhance local energy resilience and promote equitable access to renewable energy. This initiative underscores the DOE's commitment to empowering communities in the...

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Substation Security

Improve protection with a layered security approach BY ERIC BYRES, Belden Inc. An age-old joke in the North American power industry states that if Alexander Graham Bell walked in the room today, he would not recognize the telephone, the technology, or its business model. However, if Thomas Edison...

Emergency Power for Data Centers

Why not all static UPS systems are created equal BY KARLA E. BERT, P.E., Mitsubishi Electric Power Products, Inc. In our cloud-based digital world, data must be available 24 hours a day, seven days a week—no matter the state of the electrical grid. Computer downtime not only affects...

Integrated Energy Forecasting

Improving T&D planning and operations BY TAO HONG, University of North Carolina at Charlotte Running the most complicated man-made object in the world, utilities are keeping the lights on for 5.3 billion people globally. In such an engineering savvy industry, energy forecasting is a crucial...

FERC Rejects PJM Transmission Planning Change

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has rejected a proposal from PJM Interconnection, one of the United States' largest regional transmission organizations, to alter its transmission planning protocol. The decision represents a significant victory for state regulators who had expressed...

Machine to Machine Communications

Connecting the ‘smart’ with the ‘grid’ with M2M technology

BY JEFF DIXON, Freewave Technologies

As the world becomes increasingly connected, the integration of smart devices and tools, such as sensors, process control devices, smart meters, and security cameras have increased the need for well-established,  secure machine-to-machine (M2M) communication and networking solutions. North American electric utilities depend on effective communication technologies to reduce overhead costs and improve bottom lines. Retrieving and reviewing the data gathered by these tools is no longer the priority.

Nowadays, utilities need to leverage real-time statistics to make quick and informed decisions for  improvements to operations...