Carlos Ortegains

Carlos Ortegains

Utilities Innovation Specialist
Carlos Ortegains is a researcher in renewable energy resources and technologies. His content explores solar, wind, hydro, and other renewable energy sources, and explores energy storage and grid integration solutions. Carlos’ insights empower energy professionals and policymakers to harness the potential of renewable resources, driving the transition to cleaner and more sustainable energy systems.
AI Enhances Power Grid Flexibility and Reliability Amid Renewables
Infrastructure & Technology AI Enhances Power Grid Flexibility and Reliability Amid Renewables

The rise of renewable energy sources like wind and solar has introduced complexities in managing power grids due to their intermittent nature and varying output levels. Researchers at the University of Virginia have tackled this issue by developing an innovative AI model leveraging multi-fidelity

Duke Energy Boosts Renewable Power with New GSA-C Program Expansion
Utilities Duke Energy Boosts Renewable Power with New GSA-C Program Expansion

Duke Energy has taken a significant step forward in its renewable energy initiatives by expanding its Green Source Advantage Choice (GSA-C) program in North Carolina. This new program provides large businesses with accessible pathways to transition to 100% renewable, carbon-free energy, building on

Is West Virginia's Solar Initiative Transforming Its Energy Landscape?
Renewable Energy Is West Virginia's Solar Initiative Transforming Its Energy Landscape?

The recent launch of a 5.5-megawatt (MW) solar farm in Rivesville, West Virginia, is a significant milestone in the state's transition towards renewable energy. Situated on a brownfield site near a now-closed coal-burning power station, this project is a joint effort by Mon Power and Potomac

JSU Secures $2M Grant to Boost Cybersecurity Education and Training
Infrastructure & Technology JSU Secures $2M Grant to Boost Cybersecurity Education and Training

Jackson State University (JSU) has secured a significant milestone with the recent acquisition of a $2 million grant from the Entergy Charitable Foundation. The initiative, announced on October 7, 2024, is tailored to establish the Critical Power Grid Network Security Lab at JSU. This collaboration

Why Delay Solar Power in Kentucky Until 2035 Amid Surging Demand?
Renewable Energy Why Delay Solar Power in Kentucky Until 2035 Amid Surging Demand?

Amid a landscape marked by growing electricity demand and evolving regulatory requirements, Kentucky's leading utilities have made a significant decision: to delay the addition of new solar power capacity until 2035. Despite a clear trend toward renewable energy nationwide, Louisville Gas and

Will Heimdall Power's Neuron Sensors Revolutionize U.S. Power Grids?
Infrastructure & Technology Will Heimdall Power's Neuron Sensors Revolutionize U.S. Power Grids?

Heimdall Power, a trailblazer in global grid-enhancing technology, has unveiled a comprehensive plan designed to help U.S. utilities comply with and exceed the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) 881 mandate within a two-week timeframe. This groundbreaking blueprint aims to streamline the

Entergy and JSU Launch Cybersecurity Lab to Protect Power Grid
Infrastructure & Technology Entergy and JSU Launch Cybersecurity Lab to Protect Power Grid

In a strategic move to confront the pressing shortage of cybersecurity professionals and bolster national security, Entergy has announced a $2 million grant to Jackson State University (JSU) for the establishment of the Critical Power Grid Network Security Lab. This initiative is designed to

Xcel Energy Unveils Bold Wind Power Investment Amid Solar Dominance
Renewable Energy Xcel Energy Unveils Bold Wind Power Investment Amid Solar Dominance

Xcel Energy, a leading utility company in the United States, has announced an ambitious clean energy plan that places a significant emphasis on wind power. This move contrasts sharply with the prevailing trend in the industry, which has largely favored solar energy. By 2030, Xcel aims to add 3.2GW

Has California's Energy Storage Milestone Set a New Global Benchmark?
Energy Management Has California's Energy Storage Milestone Set a New Global Benchmark?

California has recently achieved a groundbreaking milestone in the realm of energy storage, with the California Independent System Operator (CAISO) integrating over 10.219 gigawatts (GW) of utility-scale energy storage into its power grid by October 2024. This substantial achievement aligns with

The IoT Revolution Is Changing Utilities Forever
Editorial The IoT Revolution Is Changing Utilities Forever

The utility sector, responsible for providing communities with essential services such as electricity, water, and gas, faces unprecedented challenges. Demand, infrastructure, and sustainability concerns weigh heavily on conventional frameworks, which are inadequate to deal with modern requirements.

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