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In a strategic move aimed at enhancing its power supply reliability, FirstEnergy is actively exploring alternatives to the PJM capacity market. This development reflects the…
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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…
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The energy transition is an evolving process that is reshaping the utility sector, bringing both opportunities and challenges. As utilities face the need to shift…
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FERC Delay Threatens 3 GW in ISO-NE Auction
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's (FERC) failure to act on ISO New England's (ISO-NE) proposed interconnection reforms is raising alarms, as it could prevent up…
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Trudeau Liberals in Turmoil Over Energy and Climate Change Policies
The Trudeau government is facing increasing turmoil over its energy and climate change policies, reflecting a broader crisis of coherence within Canadian environmental and energy…
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PSE&G Fined $6.6M for Misreporting Transmission Needs
Public Service Electric & Gas Co. (PSE&G), New Jersey’s largest utility provider, has agreed to pay $6.6 million following an investigation into its inaccurate reporting…
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Exelon Expands Data Center Load and PJM Capacity
In a rapidly evolving energy landscape, Exelon’s recent moves in the energy and data center markets signal a pivotal shift in how utilities are engaging…
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What Is Step and Touch Potential and Reducing Resistance To Ground?
Step PotentialStep potential is the step voltage between the feet of a person standing near an energized grounded object. It is equal to the difference…
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Utilities Opt to Automate Crew Scheduling, streamline work
For many utilities, scheduling each day’s construction and restoration work means manually organizing and keeping tabs on ever-changing crew schedules and resources. Managers meticulously update…
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How to Prevent Struck-By and Backover Incidents
Struck-by, struck-against and back-over incidents are far too common:
421 Hudson St., Manhattan, NYC: Construction worker killed by scaffolding plank.
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Cranes, aerials and bucket trucks are common sights in construction zones and among maintenance crews around our cities. What better way to hoist materials to…
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Fall Protection: The ABCs of Connecting Devices
A personal fall protection arrest system (PFAS) is comprised of three vital components: an anchorage, body wear (full-body harnesses), and a connecting device (a shock-absorbing…
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