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The Fight Against Animal-Caused Substation Outages

Every day across the country, animals enter substations for warmth, food, security, or simply out of curiosity. In many areas, wildlife intruding into power equipment…
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Alliant Energy Launches Iowa's Largest Solar Facility

Alliant Energy has officially brought Iowa’s largest solar facility online, marking a significant milestone in the state's renewable energy landscape. The 200-megawatt (MW) Pleasant Creek…
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Substation Focused on Environmental Design

One of the important trends in the design of new overhead lines over the past 20 years has been the development of structures and designs…
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Energy Storage Cuts Costs for Building Owners

On July 26, 2024, a new report highlighted the growing role of energy storage systems in reducing operational costs for building operators. As electricity prices…
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Trump Budget Proposal Slashes Clean Energy Funding

President Donald Trump's proposed 2026 federal budget outlines a significant reallocation of resources, with a notable emphasis on reducing expenditures in clean energy, environmental initiatives,…
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FirstEnergy Expands Data Center Pipeline to 3 GW

FirstEnergy, a leading utility company, has significantly expanded its pipeline of potential data centers in its service area, revealing that its capacity could nearly double…
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Why calibrate test equipment

You’re serious about your electrical test instruments. You buy top brands, and you expect them to be accurate. You know some people send their digital…
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Exelon Expands Data Center Load and PJM Capacity

In a rapidly evolving energy landscape, Exelon’s recent moves in the energy and data center markets signal a pivotal shift in how utilities are engaging…
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Novonix Secures $755M Loan for Graphite Facility

Novonix Secures $755M Loan for Graphite Facility

Novonix, an Australian battery materials and technology company, has secured a conditional commitment for a…
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ArmorBuiltTM Wildfire Shield Proven Protection for Utility Poles

ArmorBuiltTM Wildfire Shield Proven Protection for Utility Poles

IntroductionIn November of 2018, the deadliest, most destructive wildfire in California history burned a total…
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States Challenge Trump Administration's Halt on Wind Energy Approvals

States Challenge Trump Administration's Halt on Wind Energy Approvals

In a significant legal move, 17 Democratic-led states and the District of Columbia have filed…
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Calculation of Capacitance Matrix in Electrical Systems

Calculation of Capacitance Matrix in Electrical Systems

In typical electrical systems, the capacitance between multiple conductors is of primary interest. To facilitate…
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Eaton Fire Investigation Could Take 18 Months

Eaton Fire Investigation Could Take 18 Months

In early February 2025, the Eaton Fire ravaged over 14,000 acres in Altadena, California, leaving…
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