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Wisconsin Expands Solar Energy with New 250 MW Darien Solar Farm

Wisconsin is significantly boosting its renewable energy capacity with the development of the Darien Solar Farm, a 250-megawatt (MW) solar project located in Walworth County.…
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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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Natural Gas Market Faces Challenges Amid Cold Winter Predictions

As the 2024-2025 winter season approaches, the natural gas market is bracing for potential challenges, particularly in light of recent forecasts predicting colder temperatures. According…
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Battery Fires Pose Minor Environmental Risks, ACP Report Finds

Battery fires in large-scale energy storage systems (BESS) have raised concerns, but a recent review by the American Clean Power Association (ACP) found that such…
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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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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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Case Study: Rapid Changes in Bushing Health

IntroductionContinuous online monitoring of bushings provides real-time information which can result in the early detection of a possible failure. Challenge: A Major AlarmA prominent U.S.…
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PSE&G Fined $6.6M for Misreporting Transmission Needs

Public Service Electric & Gas Co. (PSE&G), New Jersey’s largest utility provider, has agreed to pay $6.6 million following an investigation into its inaccurate reporting…
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California PUC Advances Offshore Wind Procurement

California PUC Advances Offshore Wind Procurement

The California Public Utilities Commission (PUC) took a pivotal step in advancing the state's clean…
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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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Grid Operators Prepare for Tariffs on Canadian Electricity

Grid Operators Prepare for Tariffs on Canadian Electricity

In a significant development, grid operators in New York and New England are preparing to…
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Latest Power Outage Statistics and Causes Tracker

Latest Power Outage Statistics and Causes Tracker

As the world’s technological landscape continues to grow and the demand for electricity increases, so…
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PJM Urges FERC to Dismiss Complaint Over Soaring Capacity Auction Costs

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…
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