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.
Can Wave Energy Power America's Sustainable Future?
Renewable Energy Can Wave Energy Power America's Sustainable Future?

Setting the Stage for a Renewable Revolution Imagine a scenario where the ceaseless motion of ocean waves powers over 100 million American homes, cutting reliance on fossil fuels and reshaping the energy landscape. This vision is no longer a distant dream but a tangible opportunity as wave energy

Should EPA Revoke Greenhouse Gas Endangerment Finding?
Environmental & Regulations Should EPA Revoke Greenhouse Gas Endangerment Finding?

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has sparked heated controversy with its recent proposal to revoke the 2009 endangerment finding on greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, a pivotal determination that has shaped federal climate policy for over a decade. This finding established that

Solomon Islands Alumnus Champions Waste-to-Energy Solutions
Utilities Solomon Islands Alumnus Champions Waste-to-Energy Solutions

In the heart of the Pacific, the Solomon Islands faces an escalating environmental crisis as mountains of waste accumulate daily, threatening public health, marine ecosystems, and the very livelihoods of its people, while urban centers like Honiara generate staggering amounts of refuse, making the

Can Hydropower Threaten Big Bend's Scarce Water Resources?
Renewable Energy Can Hydropower Threaten Big Bend's Scarce Water Resources?

In the vast, arid expanse of Texas's Big Bend region, spanning Brewster, Jeff Davis, and Presidio counties, water is a precious and often scarce commodity that shapes the very fabric of life. Recently, a proposed hydropower initiative, dubbed the Last Chance Energy Project by Paradigm Shift Hydro,

Social Media's Impact on Clean Energy Discourse Revealed
Renewable Energy Social Media's Impact on Clean Energy Discourse Revealed

In today’s digital landscape, social media platforms have emerged as powerful arenas where public opinion on critical global challenges, such as the transition to clean energy, is shaped and contested. With billions of users engaging daily, these platforms can either amplify factual understanding

Should Calvert City Test Wastewater for Air Pollutants?
Environmental & Regulations Should Calvert City Test Wastewater for Air Pollutants?

In the heart of Calvert City, Kentucky, a critical conversation is unfolding that could shape the future of public health and environmental awareness in this industrial hub, especially following a recent proposal by researchers from the University of Louisville to test wastewater for byproducts of

How Can Renewable Energy Survive New Political Risks?
Environmental & Regulations How Can Renewable Energy Survive New Political Risks?

Introduction We’re thrilled to sit down with Christopher Hailstone, a seasoned expert in energy management and renewable energy, with a deep focus on electricity delivery and grid reliability. With years of experience navigating the complexities of the utilities sector, Christopher offers

Colorado River Crisis: States Battle for Water Rights
Renewable Energy Colorado River Crisis: States Battle for Water Rights

The Colorado River, a vital artery for 40 million people across the American Southwest, is drying up at a staggering pace, with reservoirs like Lake Mead and Lake Powell hitting historic lows not seen in decades. Picture vast farmlands turning to dust, sprawling cities rationing every drop, and

How Can Fiji Power Its Rural Future with Renewables?
Utilities How Can Fiji Power Its Rural Future with Renewables?

Nestled in the heart of the Pacific, Fiji comprises over 300 scattered islands and is home to a population of less than a million, yet it grapples with a profound challenge in ensuring reliable electricity reaches its rural communities, where many remote households lack the basic power needed for

Reclaimed: Transforming Waste into Art at Dennos Museum
Utilities Reclaimed: Transforming Waste into Art at Dennos Museum

In a world grappling with overflowing landfills and environmental decline, an extraordinary exhibition at the Dennos Museum Center in Traverse City, Michigan, offers a fresh perspective on sustainability through the lens of creativity. Running from June 20 to August 8, this captivating display,

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