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.
Are AI-Powered Robots Ready to Replace Humans in Compost Sorting?
Utilities Are AI-Powered Robots Ready to Replace Humans in Compost Sorting?

The waste management industry has seen significant advancements with the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics. These technologies promise to enhance efficiency and safety by taking over hazardous jobs. However, their effectiveness in complex tasks like compost sorting remains

Sustainable Home Tips for 2025: Small Changes, Big Environmental Impact
Energy Management Sustainable Home Tips for 2025: Small Changes, Big Environmental Impact

In an era where sustainability has progressed from being merely an option to a critical necessity, the pressing challenges such as the depletion of fossil fuels, escalating energy costs, and rising environmental pressures necessitate smarter choices at home. This focus on sustainability is

Navigating Energy Challenges: Data Growth and Regulatory Solutions
Infrastructure & Technology Navigating Energy Challenges: Data Growth and Regulatory Solutions

The world is experiencing an unprecedented rise in data generation, with an estimated 2.5 quintillion bytes of data being produced daily. This exponential growth has resulted in approximately 90 percent of the world's data being created within the last decade. Projections estimate that by 2030,

Georgia Power's 2025 IRP Focuses on Growth and Renewable Energy Expansion
Utilities Georgia Power's 2025 IRP Focuses on Growth and Renewable Energy Expansion

In an era of burgeoning energy demands and a heightened focus on sustainability, Georgia Power's 2025 Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) emerges as a comprehensive and strategic blueprint for the future. This plan, filed with the Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC), is designed to support an

How Will Demand Response Shape the Future of the Energy Grid by 2025?
Energy Management How Will Demand Response Shape the Future of the Energy Grid by 2025?

Faced with challenges such as surging demand, aging infrastructure, and extreme weather events, the energy grid is under considerable pressure. Demand response, a strategy that allows energy consumers to adjust their usage in real-time to maintain grid stability, is presented as an innovative and

Renewable PPA Prices Rise Amid U.S. Policy Uncertainties and Market Shifts
Renewable Energy Renewable PPA Prices Rise Amid U.S. Policy Uncertainties and Market Shifts

The increasing costs associated with Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) for renewable energy reflect the intricate dynamics shaping the U.S. energy market. Substantial influence originates from policy uncertainties, especially those arising during the Trump administration. According to analytics from

Will Zeldin Balance EPA Environmental Duties with Economic Growth?
Environmental & Regulations Will Zeldin Balance EPA Environmental Duties with Economic Growth?

Lee Zeldin’s confirmation as the new administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) ushers in a potential transformation for the agency, following a Senate confirmation vote of 56-42. Zeldin, who served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 2013 to 2023, assumes leadership at a

Will Ohio's New Federal Energy Rebates Suffer Short-Term Fate Again?
Energy Management Will Ohio's New Federal Energy Rebates Suffer Short-Term Fate Again?

Ohio has recently been allocated significant federal funds from the Inflation Reduction Act to improve home energy efficiency. However, the state's history with similar programs has left many professionals in the industry skeptical about the longevity and stability of these new initiatives. Their

Will Wisconsin's Renewable Energy Bill Balance Local and State Control?
Renewable Energy Will Wisconsin's Renewable Energy Bill Balance Local and State Control?

In an effort to provide local municipalities with more power over the construction of renewable energy projects, Republican lawmakers in Wisconsin have reintroduced a piece of legislation that has sparked significant debate. Senate Bill 3, if passed, would mandate that renewable energy developers

NEM 3.0 Reforms Reveal Resilience of California’s Rooftop Solar Market
Renewable Energy NEM 3.0 Reforms Reveal Resilience of California’s Rooftop Solar Market

California's rooftop solar industry has long been a leader in the renewable energy sector, driven by favorable policies and strong market demand. However, the introduction of the net energy metering (NEM) reform, known as NEM 3.0, sparked significant debate and concern within the industry. Critics

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