Power Grid
Utilities donât share a definition of ‘resilience’ to extreme weather
If utilities arenât sharing a common definition, how can they determine rigorous, consistent metrics for resilience? Contributors Sarah C. Reynolds, Dr. Yael R. Glazer and…
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Renewables
How the solar power industry is rebranding to meet an ‘energy dominance’ edict â This Week in Cleantech
This Week in Cleantech is a weekly podcast covering the most impactful stories in clean energy and climate in 15 minutes or less.
3 min read
Power Grid
This Meta AI data center mega project demands $6 billion in electric infrastructure. Who will pay for it?
Meta’s massive data center project in Louisiana will require $6 billion of electric infrastructure. Will ratepayers be stuck footing the bill?
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Renewables
‘Vengefulness before science’: Inside the DOE on the day 1,800 federal workers lost their jobs, why it happened, and what’s coming next
The U.S. Department of Energy has effectively stopped working on projects after sustaining sweeping job cuts that threaten the goals of the agency.
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White House targets environmental permitting rules â This Week in Cleantech
This Week in Cleantech is a weekly podcast covering the most impactful stories in cleantech and climate in 15 minutes or less.
The software that could save the grid
On this episode of the Factor This podcast, Linda Stevens, the chief strategy officer for smart grids and smart cities at OATI, demystifies DERMS.
Alabamaâs first BESS to be built at legacy coal plant site
The project replaces the William C. Gorgas Electric Generating Plant, which at its height operated eight units that produced 1,416 megawatts (MW) of electricity.
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How did your state score on clean energy policy?
The Institute for Local Self-Reliance has released its 2025 Community Power Scorecard grading clean energy efforts in each state.
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Battery energy storage is poised for growth. Letâs not miss the opportunity
The progress of the battery energy storage industry feels familiar to those who witnessed the rise of the wind sector and other developing technologies, writes…
4 min read
Gone with the wind? Economists react to Trump’s ‘no windmills’ promise
President Trump has stated that he plans to ensure âno windmillsâ are built during his term in office. Following this statement, the share prices of…
4 min read
EPA says it has unfrozen billions in funds for climate-related projects
The statement by an agency spokesperson comes after two judges ordered the environmental agency to pay contracts signed under Biden.
4 min read
Eco Wave Power makes critical infrastructure enhancements at Portugal project site
The Porto project, Eco Wave Power’s first MW-scale wave energy venture in Portugal, is expected to be finalized in 2026.
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SSE to repower 45MW Lochay Hydro Power Station
The refurbishment of the existing 45MW hydro-electric power station, which was commissioned in 1958, is expected to extend its operational life by at least another…
2 min read
Dry weather, drought conditions are eating at BPA’s bottom line
Bonneville Power Administration is losing money, blaming higher power purchase expenses due to low stream flows and dry winter weather.
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Unlocking greater efficiency in hydroelectric power with vortex engineering
Hydroelectric power is the leading producer of clean energy, yet the pressing need to enhance its efficiency has led engineers to explore a range of…
6 min read
Wave energy company awarded $18M from European Innovation Council accelerator program
CorPower Ocean has attracted funding from the EIC Accelerator, which supports high-impact European innovations and startups, to commercialize its technology.
3 min read
Downed power lines? This startup can deploy a temporary restoration solution in minutes
A participant in this yearâs DTECH Initiate program, Rapid Pole provides a temporary, backup power pole for outages and emergencies.
2 min read
PJM’s freshly-picked critical regional transmission projects literally cannot come online quickly enough
Regional grid operator PJM Interconnection has selected Dominion Energy, AEP, and FirstEnergy to develop critical transmission projects.
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Duke Energy’s Jason Handley on utility policy impacts, grid edge investments, and more
At DTECH, Duke Energy’s Jason Handley will discuss everything from grid investment strategies to DER resilience benefits.
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Evergy’s Chad Carsten on communications networks for utility unity
Chad Carsten of Evergy will speak about his company’s experience using communication networks to support the grid at DTECH, convening from March 24-27, 2025 in…
2 min read
Oregon bill on wildfire prevention work could give utilities immunity from lawsuits
House Bill 3666 would set minimum standards for wildfire prevention work by utilities but lawyers say it also offers statutory immunity from lawsuits.
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May 11
Renewables
Innovations in Battery Technology and Infrastructure Fueling the EV Revolution
Electric Vehicles (EV) and related infrastructure, manufacturing, and development are hot topics across the clean energy transition and transportation landscapes. While much attention is paid…
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Jan 21
Renewables
Designing a utility battery storage playbook
1.21.24 – 1:30 EST- Battery storage is becoming a cornerstone of modern utility operations, providing essential services like grid balancing, peak shaving, and renewable energy integration. As the technology matures, utilities are working to reduce their reliance on outside vendors by building internal strategies and teams to reduce risk and increase the value of battery storage.
Dec 10
Renewables
Can these policies change transmission’s trajectory?
12.10.24 – 1:30 EST – As the backbone of the electrical grid, transmission infrastructure is critical to ensuring reliable and affordable energy delivery. However, new transmission development has plateaued in recent years, creating bottlenecks for both new clean energy resources attempting to connect to the grid and surging load growth.