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
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
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
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, 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
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 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.
In an era where cyber threats are becoming increasingly sophisticated and pervasive, it is essential for water utilities to implement cost-effective cybersecurity measures to protect their critical infrastructures. The rising number of cyberattacks targeting these essential services calls for
The rapid advancements in technology and the rise of hyperscale data centers have significantly reshaped the renewable energy sector. As giants like Microsoft, Google, Amazon, and Meta continue to expand their operations, their energy procurement strategies are having profound effects on market
In an effort to address inefficiencies and high costs that have plagued the Western power markets for years, the West-Wide Governance Pathways Initiative has put forth a proposal to create a regional oversight body. This groundbreaking initiative, which has garnered attention for its potential to
