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.
Data Centers: Powering Economic Growth Through Regulation
Environmental & Regulations Data Centers: Powering Economic Growth Through Regulation

Market Overview: The Rising Dominance of Data Centers In an era where digital transformation dictates economic progress, data centers stand as the backbone of a hyper-connected global economy, powering everything from cloud computing to artificial intelligence innovations. These facilities are no

Wind and Solar Energy Quietly Raise Electricity Costs
Utilities Wind and Solar Energy Quietly Raise Electricity Costs

In an era where the urgency to combat climate change drives energy policy, wind and solar power are often celebrated as the cornerstones of a sustainable future, promising not only environmental benefits but also lower electricity bills for consumers across the globe. Governments, utilities, and

Power System Flexibility – Review
Environmental & Regulations Power System Flexibility – Review

Setting the Stage for Grid Transformation The electric power sector stands at a pivotal moment, grappling with an unprecedented surge in demand that strains infrastructure and drives up consumer costs, while data centers and industrial users, often termed hyperscalers, consume electricity at a rate

Why Texas Leads in Wind Energy Despite Republican Roots
Renewable Energy Why Texas Leads in Wind Energy Despite Republican Roots

In a state synonymous with oil rigs and conservative values, Texas generates more wind energy than any other state in the nation, producing over one-fifth of its electricity from turbines. This striking contrast between political ideology and renewable energy dominance raises questions about how a

AI in Grid Modernization – Review
Infrastructure & Technology AI in Grid Modernization – Review

Setting the Stage for a Smarter Energy Future In an era where energy demands are skyrocketing and climate challenges loom large, the global utility sector faces an unprecedented need to transform aging infrastructure into a resilient, efficient system, especially as over 70% of grid components in

Reimagining Utilities: Digital Models for a Future Energy Sector
Environmental & Regulations Reimagining Utilities: Digital Models for a Future Energy Sector

The energy sector is undergoing a seismic shift, propelled by relentless technological advancements, mounting environmental pressures, and evolving societal demands that challenge the very foundation of traditional utilities. Once viewed as stable and unchanging, these organizations now find

Storm-Resistant Ocean Energy Platform Debuts in Spain
Renewable Energy Storm-Resistant Ocean Energy Platform Debuts in Spain

I'm thrilled to sit down with Christopher Hailstone, a renowned expert in renewable energy and energy management, who brings a wealth of knowledge on grid reliability and innovative technologies like Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEC). With his deep expertise in electricity delivery and

How Do Battery Storage Systems Boost Grid Reliability?
Infrastructure & Technology How Do Battery Storage Systems Boost Grid Reliability?

I'm thrilled to sit down with Christopher Hailstone, a renowned expert in energy management and renewable energy. With his deep knowledge of electricity delivery and grid reliability, Christopher offers unique insights into how battery energy storage systems (BESS) are transforming the power

OpenAI and Oracle Build Gas-Powered AI Data Center in Texas
Energy Management OpenAI and Oracle Build Gas-Powered AI Data Center in Texas

What happens when the relentless hunger for artificial intelligence collides with a power grid that can't keep up? In the vast, open plains of Shackelford County, Texas, two tech giants, OpenAI and Oracle, are forging an audacious answer by partnering to build a colossal data center powered not by

TCL SunPower Joins EEBus to Boost Smart Energy Integration
Energy Management TCL SunPower Joins EEBus to Boost Smart Energy Integration

In an era where the demand for sustainable energy solutions is skyrocketing, the integration of smart technologies into energy systems has emerged as a critical challenge for industries worldwide. Imagine a future where solar panels, electric vehicles, and home appliances communicate effortlessly,

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