Ava Baineson

Ava Baineson

Energy Distribution Specialist
Ava specializes in grid management and energy distribution systems. She regularly writes about grid reliability, resilience, and cybersecurity, as well as distributed energy resources and microgrid technologies. Ava’s insights help utilities and grid operators future-proof infrastructure by navigating the challenges of energy supply. Ava’s audience consists of engineers, government officials, and business leaders who rely on her expertise for the outlook in the energy and utilities industries.
Hydro-Québec and NL Hydro Partner on Gull Island Project
Renewable Energy Hydro-Québec and NL Hydro Partner on Gull Island Project

The renewable energy sector continues to gain momentum as an integral part of the global transition to sustainable energy sources. With its dynamic landscape, the industry sees technological innovations and strategic collaborations that shape its future. Significant players like Hydro-Québec and

Can Texas's Grid Handle Surging Demand and Renewable Shift?
Energy Management Can Texas's Grid Handle Surging Demand and Renewable Shift?

In the bustling heart of Texas, energy experts and policymakers gathered for a significant conference dedicated to assessing whether Texas's electric grid can withstand surging energy demand coupled with a swift shift toward renewable energy. This pressing topic has taken center stage as the state

Revolutionizing Catalysts: Efficiency Boost Without Critical Minerals
Energy Management Revolutionizing Catalysts: Efficiency Boost Without Critical Minerals

The pivotal role of catalytic converters in chemical reactions, especially in industrial applications, has led to a significant focus on improving their efficiency and longevity. Catalysts expedite chemical reactions at lower temperatures, making them indispensable in numerous sectors. However,

Balancing Grid Modernization With Rising Electricity Rates
Energy Management Balancing Grid Modernization With Rising Electricity Rates

The United States' utility regulators are constantly battling to balance the urgent need to modernize the aging power grid with the rising costs of electricity for consumers. These modernization efforts, while crucial for improving the grid’s reliability, efficiency, and sustainability, come with

Is China Leading a Renewable Energy Revolution?
Energy Management Is China Leading a Renewable Energy Revolution?

In today's interview, we have the pleasure of speaking with Christopher Hailstone, an expert in energy management, renewable energy, and electricity delivery. Christopher brings a wealth of knowledge in understanding grid reliability and security, especially in the context of groundbreaking

Revolutionizing Railways: Solar Power's Sustainable Leap
Renewable Energy Revolutionizing Railways: Solar Power's Sustainable Leap

In the realm of renewable energy, innovative solutions consistently emerge to address the world’s growing environmental and energy challenges. Among such innovations is the integration of solar panels into railway tracks, proposed by Swiss startup Sun-Ways, which has introduced a pioneering

Should Customers Bear PacifiCorp's Wildfire Liabilities?
Environmental & Regulations Should Customers Bear PacifiCorp's Wildfire Liabilities?

As utility companies navigate the complex terrain of wildfire liabilities, their strategies for cost recovery from such disasters are under heightened scrutiny. PacifiCorp's proposal to pass $1.7 billion in wildfire-related liabilities onto wholesale transmission customers has ignited a debate over

Oil Prices Spike Amid Supply Cuts and Red Sea Tensions
Infrastructure & Technology Oil Prices Spike Amid Supply Cuts and Red Sea Tensions

As the global economy grapples with inflationary pressures, oil prices have surged to a two-week high, drawing attention from economists, policymakers, and energy experts. This roundup gathers insights from industry analysts on key factors influencing this spike, including U.S. supply forecasts,

Summer Power Bills Surge Amid Rising Costs and Climate Change
Infrastructure & Technology Summer Power Bills Surge Amid Rising Costs and Climate Change

In the realm of energy economics and climate science, few are as knowledgeable as Christopher Hailstone. With years of experience in energy management, renewable energy, and electricity delivery, Christopher also specializes in utilities, offering valuable insights into grid reliability and

Australia Invests $60M to Propel Solar Innovation for Net Zero
Renewable Energy Australia Invests $60M to Propel Solar Innovation for Net Zero

In a significant move to advance solar energy technology and support Australia's transition to net zero emissions, the Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA) has announced a $60 million funding initiative. This substantial investment aims to drive groundbreaking research and development in

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