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.
AI Powers Clean Energy Growth but Strains Power Grids With Demand
Energy Management AI Powers Clean Energy Growth but Strains Power Grids With Demand

Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the energy sector, driving significant advancements in renewable energy and utility infrastructure. However, this technological leap comes with a paradox: while AI aids the clean energy transition, it also imposes substantial demands on power grids.

Are NRC Regulations Stifling Innovation in Microreactor Development?
Environmental & Regulations Are NRC Regulations Stifling Innovation in Microreactor Development?

The legal petition filed by the states of Texas and Utah, along with the advanced nuclear technology company Last Energy, against the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) has brought to light significant concerns regarding the current regulatory framework for nuclear reactor licensing. The lawsuit

UK's Water Infrastructure Overhaul Faces Talent Shortage and Tight Deadlines
Utilities UK's Water Infrastructure Overhaul Faces Talent Shortage and Tight Deadlines

UK's Water Infrastructure Overhaul Faces Talent Shortage and Tight Deadlines The United Kingdom is at a critical juncture regarding its water infrastructure. With an aging system under increasing pressure from population growth and climate change, the need for modernization and expansion has never

Immediate Carbon Capture Solutions Needed Amid Political Uncertainty
Environmental & Regulations Immediate Carbon Capture Solutions Needed Amid Political Uncertainty

The urgency for carbon capture and commercialization technologies has never been more pressing. With anticipated economic and political uncertainties accompanying the shifting U.S. administration, the need for robust, economically feasible, and scalable carbon capture methods is paramount. The

DeepSeek's AI Launch Urges Nuclear Industry to Boost Security Measures
Energy Management DeepSeek's AI Launch Urges Nuclear Industry to Boost Security Measures

The introduction of DeepSeek R1, a new artificial intelligence (AI) model from China, has sent shockwaves through the financial markets, resulting in a significant dip of 3% in the Nasdaq Composite and a fall of 1.5% in the S&P 500. Beyond affecting the stock prices of major corporations, this

How Can Touchless Monitoring Optimize Renewable Energy Storage Systems?
Energy Management How Can Touchless Monitoring Optimize Renewable Energy Storage Systems?

The rise of renewable power generation has underscored the critical role of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) in the modern power grid. As the deployment of renewable energy sources has become more widespread, the importance of BESS has increased, offering a means to enhance the overall

Will California's New Facility Revolutionize Carton Recycling?
Utilities Will California's New Facility Revolutionize Carton Recycling?

In a groundbreaking endeavor, a new recycling manufacturing facility is set to open in Lodi, California, by the end of the third quarter. This facility, made possible through a collaboration between the Carton Council, Elof Hansson USA Inc., and the Upcycling Group, aims to revolutionize the

Can Personal Loss Override Environmental Regulations for Landfills?
Utilities Can Personal Loss Override Environmental Regulations for Landfills?

The intersection of personal loss, environmental regulations, and judicial decisions is a complex and emotionally charged arena. This article delves into the story of Brenton Marckese, a horse lover whose cherished Clydesdale, Michigan Breeze, died in a tragic hit-and-run accident shortly before

Will New Tariffs Jeopardize the U.S. Plastics Industry's Future?
Utilities Will New Tariffs Jeopardize the U.S. Plastics Industry's Future?

The recent decision by the Trump Administration to impose new tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China has stirred significant concerns within the U.S. plastics industry. Matt Seaholm, President and CEO of the PLASTICS Industry Association, voiced the industry's apprehensions regarding the potential

Should North Dakota Regulate Large Electricity Users to Protect Grid?
Infrastructure & Technology Should North Dakota Regulate Large Electricity Users to Protect Grid?

House Bill 1579, introduced by state Rep. Anna Novak, R-Hazen, has sparked heated debates and mixed reactions across North Dakota. This bill seeks to place large electricity users, including data centers, under a state-level siting process similar to those that currently apply to power plants and

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