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Ireland is at risk of facing a hefty financial penalty that could amount to as much as €26 billion if it fails to meet its…
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Exowatt's Next-Generation Renewable Energy Tech Could Power Data Centers
As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to drive unprecedented demand for computing power, data centers are facing mounting pressure to meet energy needs sustainably. Exowatt, a…
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FERC Proposes Ride-Through Standards for Renewables
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is seeking public input on proposed "ride-through" reliability standards for inverter-based resources (IBRs), including wind, solar, and battery systems.…
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New York Offshore Wind Project Approved for Transmission Work
New York City is taking another step closer to realizing its first offshore wind project, as the state’s Public Service Commission has granted final approval…
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Solar for All Protected from Trump's IRA Rollback
In December 2024, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced that the $7 billion "Solar for All" program is set to begin implementation early next…
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FERC Approves Interconnection for Talen Energy, Amazon Data Center
In a significant move that underscores the growing demand for reliable and sustainable energy to power the expanding digital infrastructure, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission…
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Washington Governor Approves Large Wind Farm, Urges Faster Turbine Approvals
In a major step toward expanding clean energy infrastructure, Washington Governor Jay Inslee has approved a massive new wind farm project and called for faster…
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South Sudan’s Coffee Industry Faces Climate Change Challenges
South Sudan, a country known for its rich history and diverse landscapes, is also becoming recognized for its coffee industry. In recent years, the country…
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Electrical Substations
Effective and Safe Testing of GIS Switchgear
To fully assess the functionality of medium and high voltage circuit breakers, various mechanical and electrical parameters must be tested. Gas-insulated switchgear (GIS) in particular…
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SCADA for Substations
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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…
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Current Trends in Transmission and Distribution
Sargent & Lundy has provided comprehensive engineering, development, permitting, high-level consulting, construction management, and commissioning services for electric power generation and power delivery projects worldwide—approximately…
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RTU and HMI Redundancy in Electrical Substations
As the substation RTU takes on more applications, such as Human-Machine-Interface (HMI), alarm annunciation, math & logic and “relay communication processing”, its need for high…
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