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Step into the dynamic world of power grids, where innovation meets reliability in the quest for sustainable energy solutions. Explore the intricate network of transmission lines, substations, and control systems that form the backbone of modern electricity distribution. Discover how smart grid technologies, renewable energy integration, and grid modernization initiatives are reshaping the future of energy distribution. Delve into the latest advancements in energy storage, demand response, and grid resilience, driving progress towards a more efficient, resilient, and sustainable power grid.

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USA: Navigating Rural Transportation Challenges. Balancing Federal Funding, Emissions Reduction Mandates, and Infrastructure Hurdles.

U.S. Rep. Rick Crawford, R-Ark., alongside Rep. Sam Graves, R-Mo., and three senators, challenges the Federal Highway Administration’s (FHWA) rule mandating CO2 emissions reduction targets, arguing its adverse impact on…

April 5, 2024

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Revolutionizing Energy Storage: Repono’s Impact on the European Landscape

EIT InnoEnergy’s Repono aims to operate 100GWh of electricity storage by 2030, standardizing and accelerating large-scale energy storage deployment across Europe. With a portfolio-based approach, it seeks to stabilize energy…

March 14, 2024

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Navigating the Energy Landscape: Strategies for Sustainable Energy Management

Historically, businesses overlooked energy usage, but rising costs have spurred a shift towards prioritizing energy management in boardrooms. However, inadequate data and conflicting priorities hinder project justification. Businesses increasingly aim…

March 10, 2024

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USA: Disputes Surrounding Xcel Energy’s Power Pathway Project

MEAN and municipal utilities from Aspen, Glenwood Springs, and Center, Colorado, filed a complaint with FERC against Xcel Energy’s PSCo, objecting to the allocation of costs for the Power Pathway…

February 23, 2024

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ABB extend award-winning earth-fault protection portfolio

Discover the latest innovation in electrical safety with ABB’s addition of touch voltage-based earth-fault protection, also known as IFPTOC in IEC 61850 standards. This cutting-edge technology enhances ABB’s renowned earth…

February 10, 2024

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USA: Robot worms, lasers, drones and AI: How the DOE wants to move the US power grid underground

Explore groundbreaking advancements in power infrastructure resilience and modernization with the latest article on submerged US power grid initiatives. Delve into the transformative impact of innovative projects funded by the…

January 20, 2024

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Green energy is driving hybrid and open edge-cloud architectures

Globally, power distribution systems are changing quickly in an effort to cut carbon emissions and achieve ambitious climate goals. Governments on the federal, state, and local levels are currently investing…

December 22, 2023

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New power grids or smarter grids? Finding hidden spare capacity could unlock the bottlenecks to net zero

Our power grids are currently dealing with a great storm brought on by climate change as well as an influx of new electrical appliances and alternative energy sources that could…

November 24, 2023

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