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 Can Touchless Monitoring Optimize Renewable Energy Storage Systems?
Energy Management How Can Touchless Monitoring Optimize Renewable Energy Storage Systems?

The rise of renewable power generation has underscored the critical role of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) in the modern power grid. As the deployment of renewable energy sources has become more widespread, the importance of BESS has increased, offering a means to enhance the overall

Will California's New Facility Revolutionize Carton Recycling?
Utilities Will California's New Facility Revolutionize Carton Recycling?

In a groundbreaking endeavor, a new recycling manufacturing facility is set to open in Lodi, California, by the end of the third quarter. This facility, made possible through a collaboration between the Carton Council, Elof Hansson USA Inc., and the Upcycling Group, aims to revolutionize the

Can Personal Loss Override Environmental Regulations for Landfills?
Utilities Can Personal Loss Override Environmental Regulations for Landfills?

The intersection of personal loss, environmental regulations, and judicial decisions is a complex and emotionally charged arena. This article delves into the story of Brenton Marckese, a horse lover whose cherished Clydesdale, Michigan Breeze, died in a tragic hit-and-run accident shortly before

Will New Tariffs Jeopardize the U.S. Plastics Industry's Future?
Utilities Will New Tariffs Jeopardize the U.S. Plastics Industry's Future?

The recent decision by the Trump Administration to impose new tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China has stirred significant concerns within the U.S. plastics industry. Matt Seaholm, President and CEO of the PLASTICS Industry Association, voiced the industry's apprehensions regarding the

Should North Dakota Regulate Large Electricity Users to Protect Grid?
Infrastructure & Technology Should North Dakota Regulate Large Electricity Users to Protect Grid?

House Bill 1579, introduced by state Rep. Anna Novak, R-Hazen, has sparked heated debates and mixed reactions across North Dakota. This bill seeks to place large electricity users, including data centers, under a state-level siting process similar to those that currently apply to power plants and

Are AI-Powered Robots Ready to Replace Humans in Compost Sorting?
Utilities Are AI-Powered Robots Ready to Replace Humans in Compost Sorting?

The waste management industry has seen significant advancements with the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics. These technologies promise to enhance efficiency and safety by taking over hazardous jobs. However, their effectiveness in complex tasks like compost sorting remains

Sustainable Home Tips for 2025: Small Changes, Big Environmental Impact
Energy Management Sustainable Home Tips for 2025: Small Changes, Big Environmental Impact

In an era where sustainability has progressed from being merely an option to a critical necessity, the pressing challenges such as the depletion of fossil fuels, escalating energy costs, and rising environmental pressures necessitate smarter choices at home. This focus on sustainability is

Navigating Energy Challenges: Data Growth and Regulatory Solutions
Infrastructure & Technology Navigating Energy Challenges: Data Growth and Regulatory Solutions

The world is experiencing an unprecedented rise in data generation, with an estimated 2.5 quintillion bytes of data being produced daily. This exponential growth has resulted in approximately 90 percent of the world's data being created within the last decade. Projections estimate that by

Georgia Power's 2025 IRP Focuses on Growth and Renewable Energy Expansion
Utilities Georgia Power's 2025 IRP Focuses on Growth and Renewable Energy Expansion

In an era of burgeoning energy demands and a heightened focus on sustainability, Georgia Power's 2025 Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) emerges as a comprehensive and strategic blueprint for the future. This plan, filed with the Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC), is designed to support an

How Will Demand Response Shape the Future of the Energy Grid by 2025?
Energy Management How Will Demand Response Shape the Future of the Energy Grid by 2025?

Faced with challenges such as surging demand, aging infrastructure, and extreme weather events, the energy grid is under considerable pressure. Demand response, a strategy that allows energy consumers to adjust their usage in real-time to maintain grid stability, is presented as an innovative and

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