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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 strong opposition to the changes, arguing that they would undermine states' authority in shaping the future of energy infrastructure.

The Proposed Changes

PJM’s proposal aimed to adjust its approach to regional transmission planning, focusing on...

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Case Study: Rapid Changes in Bushing Health

Unlocking More Value from Wind Energy Through Smart Monitoring

ES Foundry Opens Solar Factory in South Carolina

Sunnova and OpenSolar Partner to Boost AI-Driven Solar Designs

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Utility News

Duke Energy Florida Adds 300 MW with Four New Solar Projects

Duke Energy Florida has announced plans to build four new utility-scale solar energy facilities across the state, aimed at adding 300 megawatts (MW) of renewable energy to the grid. This expansion is part of the company’s broader strategy to increase its solar generation capacity and...

Renewable Energy News

Trump Administration Halts Construction of New York Offshore Wind Project

In a significant policy shift, the Trump administration has ordered a halt to the construction of the Empire Wind 1 offshore wind project off the coast of Long Island, New York. This move has raised concerns about the future of renewable energy development in the United States, particularly in...

Climate Change News

The Rise of the First National Green Bank in the U.S.

The recent launch of the Coalition for Green Capital's (CGC) first national green bank marks a significant milestone in the United States' climate strategy. This development, announced in a Utility Dive article, underscores a pivotal shift towards streamlined, scalable financing for green...

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Climate Change News

Shipping: Global Trade’s Dirty Secret

Shipping is the backbone of global trade, transporting over 80% of goods worldwide. However, this essential industry is also a significant contributor to environmental degradation, particularly in the context of climate change. The Environmental Impact of Shipping The shipping industry is...

Utility News

Case Study: Rapid Changes in Bushing Health

IntroductionContinuous online monitoring of bushings provides real-time information which can result in the early detection of a possible failure. Challenge: A Major AlarmA prominent U.S. utility was looking for a way to improve system reliability for their 138kV assets. They researched and...

Electrical Substations

Wireless Networks and Substation Automation

Fitting wireless networks into substation automation applications

BY ADAM GUGLIELMO, ABB Tropos Wireless Communication Systems

As with all Smart Grid applications, two-way communication is foundational to substation automation. To enable monitoring and control, substation computers, as well as computers located in utility operation centers, must exchange information with intelligent electronic devices (IEDs) throughout the substation yard. For new substations, both wired and wireless communications are options because the incremental cost of trenching to run cabling from the station house to IEDs in the yard is minimal. Construction equipment is already onsite and the grounding and surface of the yard has not yet been finalized.

Electrical Substations Articles

Substation Protection

Grid-Scale Battery Storage Systems and Their Impact on Substation Operations

The transition to renewable energy is reshaping the power landscape, with grid-scale battery storage systems playing a pivotal role in this transformation. These systems are crucial for balancing supply and demand, particularly at the substation level, where they enhance grid stability and...

Physical Security & Monitoring

FERC Conference Highlights Challenges in Resource Adequacy

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) recently hosted the Co-Located Load Conference, a significant event that focused on resource adequacy, energy reliability, and the challenges of ensuring sufficient electricity supply amidst changing grid dynamics. As the energy landscape continues to...

Physical Security & Monitoring

Protecting Substations Against Animal Invaders

A closer look at animal-caused outages at substations BY BILL REICHARD, TransGard Systems Every year, squirrels, raccoons, snakes, and other climbing animals cause substation outages across North America. According to a 2010 University of Minnesota study, the resulting estimated cost to electric...

Substation Technologies

Climate Change Strains Global Electricity Networks: A Wake-Up Call

The increasing frequency and intensity of climate-related disasters are placing unprecedented strain on the world's electricity networks, with severe implications for global energy security. According to a recent Bloomberg report, the effects of climate change are pushing many electricity grids to...

Electricity Today T&D Magazine

News and Trends

FERC Rejects PJM Transmission Planning Change

Popular T&D Articles

Case Study: Rapid Changes in Bushing Health

Unlocking More Value from Wind Energy Through Smart Monitoring

ES Foundry Opens Solar Factory in South Carolina

Sunnova and OpenSolar Partner to Boost AI-Driven Solar Designs

T&D Buyer's Guide

T&D News

Duke Energy Florida Adds 300 MW with Four New Solar Projects

Trump Administration Halts Construction of New York Offshore Wind Project

The Rise of the First National Green Bank in the U.S.

T&D Trends

Shipping: Global Trade’s Dirty Secret

Case Study: Rapid Changes in Bushing Health

Electrical Substations

Wireless Networks and Substation Automation

Electrical Substations Articles

Grid-Scale Battery Storage Systems and Their Impact on Substation Operations

FERC Conference Highlights Challenges in Resource Adequacy

Protecting Substations Against Animal Invaders

Climate Change Strains Global Electricity Networks: A Wake-Up Call

Tracking Smart City Trends

Protecting Smart Grid Electronics

Grids Become Highly Vulnerable

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