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FERC Fines Ketchup Caddy $27M for MISO Fraud
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has imposed a $27 million penalty on Ketchup Caddy LLC for engaging in fraudulent practices within the Midcontinent Independent…
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Climate Change and California’s Wildfires
California has long been synonymous with its stunning landscapes, from its rugged coastlines to its sprawling forests. However, in recent years, the state has increasingly…
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New York Greenlights Transmission Work for Empire Wind Offshore Project
New York is one step closer to bringing offshore wind power to the city’s grid with the recent approval of transmission infrastructure for the Empire…
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Novonix Secures $755M Loan for Graphite Facility
Novonix, an Australian battery materials and technology company, has secured a conditional commitment for a $754.8 million loan from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)…
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Renewable Energy Job Creation Is a Better Bet Than Coal
When it comes to renewable energy job creation, the Trump administration would do well to take a fresh look at clean energy rather than focusing…
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New Solar Metric Replaces FICO for Low-Income Households
In a recent development in the solar energy sector, a new qualification metric is being introduced to better assess eligibility for solar programs among low-income…
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CenterPoint Energy Completes $1.2B Sale of Louisiana and Mississippi Gas Systems
In a significant move that will reshape the natural gas industry in the Southeast, CenterPoint Energy has completed the sale of its natural gas distribution…
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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…
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From Protection to Prediction: How AI Is Changing Substation Maintenance and Operations
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Substations in a DER-Heavy Grid: DERMS, FLISR, and Grid-Enhancing Technologies
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Smart Grid
Clean Energy Technology
Canadian government showcases environmentally friendly Smart Grid projects BY PHILL FELTHAM, Editor-in-Chief In recent years, the Federal Government of Canada has collaborated with electric utilities…
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ADVANCED ANALYTICS
Recent technological and economic events are poised to transform the electric utility industry. Described as “game changers” by industry thought-leaders, these “disruptive challenges” stem from…
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Improving Grid Cyber Security
Addressing the impacts and the drawbacks BY ELIZAVETA MALASHENKO, CHRIS VILLARREAL, & J. DAVID ERICKSON, California Public Utilities Commission With grid modernization or “Smart Grid”…
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Key Utility Conferences to Watch in 2025
As the utility sector continues to evolve amidst technological advancements and regulatory changes, industry conferences offer invaluable opportunities for networking, knowledge sharing, and innovation. In…
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Plugging into Electric Vehicles
Most future planning discussions about electric vehicles begin with a prediction for significant impact by 2020. While these studies are important for future planning, utilities…
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