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How Dangerous is Linemen Work?
Many occupations pose risks to workers, but few match the dangers that linemen face daily. Linemen play a critical role in maintaining and restoring the…
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U.S. Treasury Finalizes Clean Energy Tax Credit Rules
In a significant move for the U.S. clean energy sector, the U.S. Department of the Treasury has released the final set of rules for the…
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High Arctic Polar Bears Most Vulnerable to Climate Change
New research has highlighted that polar bears in Canada’s high Arctic are among the most vulnerable to the impacts of climate change. This alarming finding…
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FERC Order 1920: A Balancing Act for State and Federal Power in Transmission Planning
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) Order 1920 has been a topic of debate in the energy industry. The order grants states more authority over…
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Hurricane Helene: A Catalyst for Climate Change Dialogue in the Presidential Campaign
As Hurricane Helene churned through the Atlantic in September, its formidable presence served as a stark reminder of the intensifying effects of climate change. This…
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REC Silicon Suspends Polysilicon Production at Moses Lake
REC Silicon, a leading producer of high-purity silicon materials for the solar and semiconductor industries, has announced the suspension of polysilicon production at its Moses…
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Eversource Exits Offshore Wind Projects: GIP Steps In
In a significant shift within the offshore wind sector, Eversource Energy has announced its exit from offshore wind projects, paving the way for Global Infrastructure…
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The Mentoring Gap: How the Loss of Informal Knowledge Is Affecting Safety
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Monitoring Underground Lines with SCADA
How SCADA can help prevent repairs and service disruptions BY RICHARD CLARK, InduSoft Underground transmission and distribution lines create unique challenges, as they require special…
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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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Smart Meters for Outage Management
Reviewing the benefits and addressing the obstacles BY RON CLANTON & MARK HOLLIDAY, KPMG LLP The outage management process has undergone remarkable changes over the…
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Fleet Management Innovations
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