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Sunnova and OpenSolar Partner to Boost AI-Driven Solar Designs
Sunnova, a prominent player in the residential and commercial solar industry, has recently announced a game-changing partnership with OpenSolar, a software company that provides a…
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FERC Complaint Targets Duke, PJM Transmission Planning
A coalition of large energy consumers and ratepayer advocates has filed a complaint with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), urging the agency to prohibit…
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Climate Change Impacts and Adaptation Efforts in British Columbia
As of early May 2025, British Columbia is experiencing significant climate-related challenges, including rising temperatures, increased wildfire risks, and ecological disruptions. These developments underscore the…
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DOE Prioritizes Baseload Generation
In a strategic move to tackle the growing electricity demand and bolster energy security, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), under Secretary Chris Wright, has…
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Virginia Offshore Wind Project on Track Despite Rising Costs
The Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind (CVOW) project, one of the United States’ largest offshore wind developments, has encountered an increase in its projected costs, but…
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Canada Urged to Boost Climate Adaptation Spending
As climate change continues to impact communities across the globe, a growing body of research suggests that Canada should shift its focus from primarily fighting…
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Colorado City Leads the Charge with Innovative Off-Grid EV Chargers
In a pioneering move towards sustainable transportation and energy independence, the Colorado city of Buena Vista is setting a new standard by integrating off-grid electric…
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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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The Mentoring Gap: How the Loss of Informal Knowledge Is Affecting Safety
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IN THE DRIVER’S SEAT AND AHEAD OF THE CURVE ON EPC PROJECTS
Based just south of Denver in Castle Rock, Colorado, Great Southwestern Construction, Inc. (Great Southwestern) opened its doors as a small, family-owned business in 1977,…
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Critter Guard
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Cybersecurity in Substation and Grid Communications
As power systems become increasingly digitized and connected, the importance of cybersecurity in substation and grid communications has grown exponentially. With the integration of intelligent…
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Critter Guard Introduction
Distinctly Different
According to the American Public Power Association, squirrels are among the top causes of power outages across the United States. The Great Lakes…
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