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.
How Did Hacking Become Hollywood's Favorite Fantasy?
Utilities How Did Hacking Become Hollywood's Favorite Fantasy?

In the dazzling realm of Hollywood, where the lines between fiction and reality often become indistinct, the concept of hacking has found its place as a beloved narrative tool. It evokes visions of solitary tech savants, immersed in the soft glow of their computer screens, effortlessly penetrating

How is Green Li-ion Revolutionizing Battery Recycling?
Utilities How is Green Li-ion Revolutionizing Battery Recycling?

Green Li-ion, a trailblazing startup from Singapore, is revolutionizing the field of battery recycling with its groundbreaking facility in Atoka, Oklahoma—North America's first to convert black mass directly into high-grade precursor cathode active material (pCAM). With a daily production c

How Is Circulus Agtech Revolutionizing Waste into Fertilizer?
Utilities How Is Circulus Agtech Revolutionizing Waste into Fertilizer?

Transforming Waste – A Sustainable Approach Based in Montreal, Canada, an innovative company named Circulus Agtech is carving a new path in organic waste management. This company, founded by forward-thinking alumni from McGill University, operates at the intersection of science and sustainability. W

Wind Energy Hits 1TW Milestone Amidst Growth Challenges
Renewable Energy Wind Energy Hits 1TW Milestone Amidst Growth Challenges

In an era marked by urgent climate action, wind energy has emerged as a beacon of hope, recently achieving an unprecedented milestone of 1TW (terawatt) of global capacity. This leap forward comes on the heels of a record-breaking year that saw the installation of 117 gigawatts (GW) of new wind

How Will AFIR Shape Europe's Future Charging Network?
Energy Management How Will AFIR Shape Europe's Future Charging Network?

The European Alternative Fuels Infrastructure Regulation (AFIR) is a significant step in Europe's shift to electric vehicles (EVs). Implemented on 13 April 2024, AFIR ensures that charging stations across the EU are equipped with user-friendly, non-discriminatory payment methods available to

Is US Hydropower Generation Set for a 6% Increase in 2024?
Utilities Is US Hydropower Generation Set for a 6% Increase in 2024?

Rebounding from Historic Lows Following a period of relative stagnancy, the US hydropower sector is on the brink of an upswing, as suggested by projections from the Energy Information Administration (EIA). If the forecasts hold true, the nation will witness a 6% increase in hydropower electricity

How Will MWD's $250M Boost SoCal's Water Supply?
Utilities How Will MWD's $250M Boost SoCal's Water Supply?

Facing the challenge of dwindling water supplies amid climate change, Southern California's Metropolitan Water District (MWD) is taking decisive action. Investing up to $250 million, MWD is launching four innovative water projects aimed at reinforcing the region's water security. These

Green Revolution in Wastewater Treatment Saves Billions
Utilities Green Revolution in Wastewater Treatment Saves Billions

The U.S. stands on the brink of a watershed moment in wastewater management, with groundbreaking research promoting a shift to eco-friendly technologies. This transition, essential for environmental conservation, also offers considerable economic advantages. Researchers from Colorado State

Harnessing Ecology to Restore Internet Diversity
Utilities Harnessing Ecology to Restore Internet Diversity

Originally envisioned as a vast expanse of unending diversity and ceaseless innovation, the digital realm's evolution has not entirely adhered to this projection. Once likened to a rich, varied forest, the internet is, to some extent, now akin to a field of uniform crop rows, cultivated by a

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