Portland General Electric's Clearwater Wind Energy Center in Montana achieved an unprecedented milestone by generating 1 GW of power from wind sources within its first 10 months of operation, marking an impressive output record for PGE. Such a remarkable accomplishment can be attributed to the
In a disturbing confirmation from America's Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), the technology underpinning U.S. and global telecommunications networks is critically vulnerable to exploitation. This finding corroborates the anxieties of security experts who have long warned
The adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) by utility companies is on the rise, particularly in the United States, as they seek to improve operational efficiency and meet increasing demands. However, these companies are taking a cautious approach, especially when it comes to deploying AI in
Chasing a zero-emission future is not a bare concept anymore, but a necessary step forward. With utilities being the subject of two different causes—global climate goals and innovation—at hand, this forces utilities to be at the crossroads of sustainability and innovation. But how exactly are
Imagine a world where power outages are a rare occurrence, and the energy grid is so intelligent that it can detect faults and perform remote repairs almost instantly. This is not a far-fetched dream but a tangible reality being shaped by innovations in 5G technology. Southern California Edison
The fight against climate change has propelled carbon capture and storage (CCS) into the spotlight as an essential technology for curbing CO2 emissions from power plants. As the U.S. contends with increasingly stringent environmental regulations, the urgency to adopt CCS has grown exponentially.
The recent decision by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to reject an interconnection service agreement (ISA) between Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Talen Energy has sent ripples through the energy sector. This ruling has raised questions about the future of data center colocation at
Altice USA has raised a critical concern regarding delays in the deployment of high-speed broadband networks caused by utility companies. The broadband provider has pointed out that utility companies often fail to update and maintain lists of approved third-party contractors, as mandated by Federal
In a move that has captured the attention of the energy sector, Pacific Fusion, a newly founded fusion energy company, has emerged from stealth with an announcement of $900 million in pledged funding. This substantial financial backing includes investments from high-profile figures like Bill Gates'
The U.S. power grid stands at a critical juncture, confronted by the pressing need to transition from fossil fuels to clean energy, while simultaneously responding to the increasing demand for electricity driven by technological advancements like Artificial Intelligence. In this landscape, the
