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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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FERC Delay Threatens 3 GW in ISO-NE Auction

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's (FERC) failure to act on ISO New England's (ISO-NE) proposed interconnection reforms is raising alarms, as it could prevent up…
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PJM Urges FERC to Dismiss Complaint Over Soaring Capacity Auction Costs

In a recent development, the PJM Interconnection, along with independent power producers and clean energy trade groups, has urged the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC)…
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Wind Turbine Blade Recycling Gains Momentum in Iowa

Iowa, a leading state in wind energy production, is making significant strides in addressing the environmental challenge posed by decommissioned wind turbine blades. Traditionally, these…
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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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Unlocking Energy Potential: The DOE Transmission Planning Study and High Opportunity Interregional Interfaces

In an era marked by the urgent need for sustainable energy solutions, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has embarked on a transformative initiative to…
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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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Students in the U.S. and Canada Grapple with Climate Change and Political Tensions

In both the United States and Canada, students are at the forefront of the climate crisis, confronting not only the real-world impacts of environmental degradation…
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ISO New England Issues RFP to Integrate Maine Wind Power

ISO New England Issues RFP to Integrate Maine Wind Power

ISO New England, the regional grid operator, has launched a Request for Proposals (RFP) aimed…
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PacifiCorp’s 2025 Plan Focuses on Renewables, Storage, and Extended Coal Use

PacifiCorp’s 2025 Plan Focuses on Renewables, Storage, and Extended Coal Use

PacifiCorp, a major utility serving customers across the western United States, has released its 2025…
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BC Hydro Introduces 'Vehicle-to-Grid' Pilot Initiative

BC Hydro Introduces 'Vehicle-to-Grid' Pilot Initiative

BC Hydro has unveiled an innovative pilot project designed to enable electric vehicles (EVs) to…
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FirstEnergy Explores Alternatives to PJM Capacity Market

FirstEnergy Explores Alternatives to PJM Capacity Market

In a strategic move aimed at enhancing its power supply reliability, FirstEnergy is actively exploring…
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Energy Storage Cuts Costs for Building Owners

Energy Storage Cuts Costs for Building Owners

On July 26, 2024, a new report highlighted the growing role of energy storage systems…
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