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.
Winter Peak Demand Surges, Straining Grid Resources: NERC
Infrastructure & Technology Winter Peak Demand Surges, Straining Grid Resources: NERC

As winter approaches in 2025, the North American electric grid faces an unprecedented challenge with peak demand projected to surge by 20 gigawatts (GW), a staggering 2.5% increase compared to last season, raising serious questions about the grid’s ability to keep pace. This rapid escalation,

Why Did a Federal Court Halt California’s Climate Law?
Environmental & Regulations Why Did a Federal Court Halt California’s Climate Law?

Setting the Stage: A Climate Policy Clash with Market-Wide Ripples In a striking development for environmental policy and corporate accountability, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit has issued a temporary injunction against California's Senate Bill 261 (SB 261), a pivotal climate

California’s Hydrogen Strategy Needs a Pragmatic Do-Over
Environmental & Regulations California’s Hydrogen Strategy Needs a Pragmatic Do-Over

California stands at a pivotal moment in the clean energy race, with hydrogen positioned as a potential game-changer for decarbonizing tough sectors like heavy-duty transport and industrial operations, but the state’s ambitious plans have hit a wall, marked by the loss of over $2 billion in federal

Trend Analysis: Utility Rate Regulation Challenges
Environmental & Regulations Trend Analysis: Utility Rate Regulation Challenges

In a striking reflection of mounting pressures on the energy sector, recent data from the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) reveals that electricity consumption in the United States has surged by over 10% in key industrial states since the start of this decade, placing unprecedented

Rising Utility Bills Strain American Households Amid Crisis
Energy Management Rising Utility Bills Strain American Households Amid Crisis

In a nation grappling with economic uncertainty, a staggering 9.7% annual increase in past-due utility balances has left millions of American households struggling to keep the lights on, highlighting the severe financial distress sweeping across the country. This alarming statistic, reflecting an

How Can EVs Transform the U.S. Grid with $30B in Benefits?
Environmental & Regulations How Can EVs Transform the U.S. Grid with $30B in Benefits?

Unveiling the Power of EVs in Grid Transformation The electric vehicle (EV) market in the United States is witnessing an unprecedented surge, with millions of vehicles already navigating roads and projections estimating a fleet of 78.5 million by 2035. This rapid adoption signals more than just a

Puerto Rico Turns Home Batteries into Grid Powerhouse
Infrastructure & Technology Puerto Rico Turns Home Batteries into Grid Powerhouse

Introduction Puerto Rico’s journey from a shattered energy grid to a pioneering model of sustainability stands as a remarkable testament to human resilience and technological innovation, especially after enduring the longest blackout in U.S. history following Hurricane Maria in 2017. The island

Trend Analysis: Self-Service Technology for Utilities
Environmental & Regulations Trend Analysis: Self-Service Technology for Utilities

The energy sector is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by rapid technological advancements and shifting market demands that challenge utilities to adapt or risk obsolescence. With grid decentralization and rising customer expectations reshaping the landscape, a staggering number of

Breakthrough in Magnet Tech Promises Low-Cost Green Energy
Utilities Breakthrough in Magnet Tech Promises Low-Cost Green Energy

In a world increasingly desperate for sustainable solutions to combat climate change, a remarkable advancement in magnet technology has emerged as a potential game-changer for green energy. Researchers from the Daegu Gyeongbuk Institute of Science and Technology in Korea have unveiled a pioneering

Iqaluit Hydro Project Set to Transform Nunavut by 2030
Renewable Energy Iqaluit Hydro Project Set to Transform Nunavut by 2030

In the vast, rugged expanse of Nunavut, where harsh Arctic winters and remote landscapes define daily life, a groundbreaking initiative is poised to reshape the future of Iqaluit, the territory's capital, through an ambitious hydroelectric project along the Kuugaluk River. Recently recognized as

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