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.
Reaping the Future: Farming's Shift to Sustainable Fuels
Energy Management Reaping the Future: Farming's Shift to Sustainable Fuels

Agriculture is at the forefront of an energy shift critical for both feeding a growing global populace and tackling climate change. As urgency mounts, the sector is embracing alternative fuels, a move that signals a significant transformation in farming practices. Reflecting its historical

Green Wastewater Methods Yield Economic, Climate Gains
Environmental & Regulations Green Wastewater Methods Yield Economic, Climate Gains

Pioneering research by experts from Colorado State University, the University of Colorado Boulder, and Brigham Young University is ushering in a transformative approach to wastewater treatment, endorsing the integration of green infrastructure. Their study not only illuminates the substantial

Embrace a Greener Lifestyle: Earth Day 2024's Call to Action
Environmental & Regulations Embrace a Greener Lifestyle: Earth Day 2024's Call to Action

As Earth Day 2024 approaches, the world is urgently focusing on reducing carbon emissions in the face of dire climate change realities. With the risk of catastrophic floods, droughts, and heatwaves indicating a potential breach of the critical 1.5-degree temperature rise threshold, the gravity of

Navigating New Compliance Horizons in Energy and Utilities
Environmental & Regulations Navigating New Compliance Horizons in Energy and Utilities

The energy and utility sectors are undergoing significant transformation, and with these changes come enhanced regulatory demands. Companies worldwide must navigate a complex set of rules designed to address the fast-paced innovation within the industry as well as its environmental implications.

What Does the Future Homes Standard Mean for Electric Grids?
Infrastructure & Technology What Does the Future Homes Standard Mean for Electric Grids?

As the UK gears up for the Future Homes Standard, a seismic shift is expected in the operational dynamics of domestic power networks. The push for constructing dwellings that prioritize energy conservation and integrate low-carbon heat generation necessitates a corresponding advancement in

Can Enhanced Air Defenses Avert a Crisis in Ukraine?
Infrastructure & Technology Can Enhanced Air Defenses Avert a Crisis in Ukraine?

As Ukraine faces a surge in conflict, the nation's plea for improved air defenses reaches a fever pitch, marking a pivotal point in their fight for independence. The night skies are often ablaze with the trails of Russian bombardments, underscoring the critical need for air defense systems

Harnessing AI Vision for Power Infrastructure Maintenance
Infrastructure & Technology Harnessing AI Vision for Power Infrastructure Maintenance

The Imperative for Advanced Maintenance in the Energy Sector In an effort to harness the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and computer vision for the maintenance of power infrastructure, the energy sector is actively seeking innovative technologies to ensure reliability and safety. AI-driven

Is AI Triggering a Global Energy Crisis in Utilities?
Infrastructure & Technology Is AI Triggering a Global Energy Crisis in Utilities?

The Data Center Gold Rush and Electricity Demand The AI-Induced Power Surge AI technologies' thirst for data is accelerating the buildup of data centers—key hubs for AI processing, albeit with a hefty energy bill. The power behind AI is burgeoning, doubling rapidly and causing a parallel surge

How Is Smart Metering Transforming Australian Water Utilities?
Infrastructure & Technology How Is Smart Metering Transforming Australian Water Utilities?

Australian water utilities are undergoing a significant digital shift driven by the integration of smart meters. This revolutionary move is part of a broader initiative to optimize water management through enhanced conservation efforts and upgraded billing systems. The utilization of smart meters

How Are IoT and Data Analytics Revolutionizing Utilities?
Infrastructure & Technology How Are IoT and Data Analytics Revolutionizing Utilities?

Utility companies are at a critical juncture, with the increasing urgency for energy resources meeting environmental imperatives amidst the disruptive influence of cutting-edge technologies. At the heart of this transformation is the proliferation of the Internet of Things (IoT) and advanced data

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