Growth & Innovation

Grid Vulnerability

Grids Become Highly Vulnerable

Increasingly violent weather, probably caused by global warming, is increasingly taking down electricity distribution lines and poles and cyberattacks are increasingly taking out electricity, apparently…
View more

Test Your Knowledge About Smart Grid!

Think you know Smart Grid? Take our quick, interactive quiz and test your knowledge in minutes.

  • Instantly see your results and score
  • Identify strengths and areas for improvement
  • Challenge yourself on real-world electrical topics
Take Quiz

Latest Electrical Industry News

Pathways Initiative Proposes Regional Organization to Oversee Western Power Markets

In a landscape characterized by evolving energy demands and increasing pressure to transition to renewable sources, the Pathways Initiative is proposing a significant restructuring of…
View more

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…
View more

Duke Energy Florida Adds 300 MW with Four New Solar Projects

Duke Energy Florida has announced plans to build four new utility-scale solar energy facilities across the state, aimed at adding 300 megawatts (MW) of renewable…
View more

Reducing Alaska’s Prison Population as a Climate Strategy

In Alaska, a novel approach to climate strategy is gaining traction: reducing the prison population. Advocates argue that addressing the high incarceration rates can play…
View more

Winter Is Upon Us... Are Your UPS and Batteries Ready?

Like tire treads on an automobile, UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply) batteries deteriorate and wear with age to the point where they often provide a false…
View more

Smart Grid Software & Apps

Utilities worldwide are adopting innovative technology to embrace the potential of the Smart Grid while conquering a myriad of new challenges posed by it, and…
View more

AI at the Substation Edge: Digital Twins and Predictive Maintenance for Transformers and Switchgear

From Data Collection to Insight Modern substations generate vast amounts of data—temperatures, gas levels, vibrations, contact wear, and breaker operations. Historically, much of it went…
View more

T&D Buyer's Guide

Growth & Innovation Articles

Distribution Automation

Distribution Automation

A growing requirement for electrical grids BY SOWMYAVADHANA SRINIVASAN, GlobalData The concept of distribution automation…
View more
FBI Warns of Cyber Risks as Renewable Energy Grows

FBI Warns of Cyber Risks as Renewable Energy Grows

As the adoption of renewable energy technologies accelerates across the globe, the FBI has issued…
View more
THE SMART GRID: STATUS AND OUTLOOK

THE SMART GRID: STATUS AND OUTLOOK

The electrical grid in the United States comprises all of the power plants generating electricity,…
View more
DOE Grants $2.2B for Transmission and Storage Projects

DOE Grants $2.2B for Transmission and Storage Projects

In a landmark move aimed at accelerating the U.S. transition to a more resilient and…
View more
ADVANCED ANALYTICS

ADVANCED ANALYTICS

Recent technological and economic events are poised to transform the electric utility industry. Described as…
View more

FREE EF Electrical Training Catalog

Download our FREE Electrical Training Catalog and explore a full range of expert-led electrical training courses.

  • Live online and in-person courses available
  • Real-time instruction with Q&A from industry experts
  • Flexible scheduling for your convenience

Sign Up for Electricity Forum’s Newsletter

Stay informed with our FREE Newsletter — get the latest news, breakthrough technologies, and expert insights, delivered straight to your inbox.

Related Courses

Expert Electrical Training That Builds Skills

The Electricity Forum Training Institute provides expert-led electrical training for professionals across North America. We deliver live online and in-person courses year-round, taught by certified instructors. Our training helps ensure electrical safety, code compliance, and technical excellence for utilities, industries, contractors, and engineers in both the U.S. and Canada.

Browse Courses View Schedule Download Catalog Request Quotation
Scheduled Class

VFD Training

12 hours Online
View more
Scheduled Class

NFPA 70b Training - Electrical Maintenance

12 hours Online
View more
Scheduled Class

Industrial Electricity Basics - Maintenance and Safety

12 hours Online
View more
Scheduled Class

MV & HV Circuit Breaker Maintenance Training

12 hours Online
View more

Live Online & In-person Group Training

Advantages To Instructor-Led Training – Instructor-Led Course, Customized Training, Multiple Locations, Economical, CEU Credits, Course Discounts.

Request For Quotation

Whether you would prefer Live Online or In-Person instruction, our electrical training courses can be tailored to meet your company's specific requirements and delivered to your employees in one location or at various locations.