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New Jersey Cancels Fourth Offshore Wind Farm Award

In a significant shift in its renewable energy strategy, New Jersey has recently decided to cancel its plans to award a fourth offshore wind farm project. The decision marks a crucial moment in the state’s ongoing efforts to expand its offshore wind sector, which has long been hailed as a critical component of the state's ambitious clean energy goals. The move has prompted a mix of reactions, raising questions about the balance between clean energy...

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Alberta Premier Under Fire as Wildfires Rage

As Alberta grapples with unprecedented wildfires, Premier Danielle Smith faces intense scrutiny over her handling of the crisis. The blazes, which have been raging across the province, have led to extensive evacuations, property damage, and a significant strain on emergency services. The...

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Climate Change Concerns Among Canadian Farmers

Climate change is profoundly affecting Canadian agriculture, with farmers across the country expressing diverse concerns based on regional experiences and political perspectives. A recent poll by Farmers for Climate Solutions highlights these regional disparities, underscoring the need for tailored...

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Why Net-Zero is Cheaper for the UK

The United Kingdom has set an ambitious target to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. This goal necessitates a comprehensive transformation of various sectors, including energy, transportation, and agriculture. While the environmental imperatives are clear, there is growing evidence...


Crew Scheduling and Dispatch

How mobile solutions improve restoration efforts BY JIM MENTON, ClickSoftware Electric utilities are modernizing the power grid to meet the demands of an increasingly digital society. In the same way, mobile solutions are helping service personnel (line crews, contractors, and supervisors)...

Substation Security

Improve protection with a layered security approach BY ERIC BYRES, Belden Inc. An age-old joke in the North American power industry states that if Alexander Graham Bell walked in the room today, he would not recognize the telephone, the technology, or its business model. However, if Thomas Edison...
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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 to a recent Bloomberg report, the effects of climate change are pushing many electricity grids to their breaking points, revealing vulnerabilities that threaten the stability and reliability of power supplies across the globe.

Climate Change Impacts on Electricity Networks

Climate change has far-reaching effects on various aspects of human life, and the global electricity grid is no exception. Extreme weather events such as hurricanes, heatwaves, and heavy rainfall are becoming more common and severe, leading...