When Hurricane Helene made landfall in Florida on September 26, it unleashed a trail of destruction across multiple states, particularly affecting the Carolinas, Florida, and the Midwest. Duke Energy found itself at the heart of this chaos, tasked with restoring power to millions of customers left
The devastation caused by Hurricane Helene left thousands of Florida residents without power. As one of the leading energy providers, Duke Energy Florida faced the daunting challenge of restoring electricity across heavily affected regions. This article delves into Duke Energy's actions,
The recent fire incident at a large-scale battery energy storage system (BESS) project owned by San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) in Escondido, California, occurred on September 5, 2024, at noon. This event brought attention to the methods and strategies in place to address such emergencies.
The power industry plays an indispensable role in modern society, ensuring the consistent delivery of electricity, which is foundational for public safety and economic stability. Given this critical importance, any disruption in the power supply can have extensive consequences, impacting everything
The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA), a federally-owned electric utility, has found itself at the center of a heated debate over its decision to establish new gas plants. This move comes amidst President Biden's aggressive climate goals, particularly his commitment to achieving a carbon-free
The PJM Interconnection's recent capacity auction has sent shockwaves through the energy sector, revealing an unprecedented surge in capacity prices and prompting urgent calls for legislative intervention. With capacity costs skyrocketing from $2.2 billion to a staggering $14.7 billion for the
In Oregon, a growing conflict between a coalition of solar energy advocates and state utility regulators is unfolding. This battle is over the future of rooftop and community solar energy initiatives. The Save Oregon Solar Coalition, comprised of numerous solar energy companies and environmental
Springfield Utility Plans for a Sustainable and Reliable Future Gary Gibson, CEO of City Utilities (CU) in Springfield, outlines a comprehensive strategy aimed at ensuring that the power supply of the future remains sustainable, reliable, and affordable. Gibson addresses three major hurdles that CU
In response to escalating electricity costs, Pennsylvania residents are exploring various strategies to tame their rising electric bills, with both immediate and long-term actions proving effective. The drive to lower utility expenses comes amid a sharp increase in energy prices over recent years,
EVLO Energy Storage has achieved a milestone with the successful commissioning of its first utility-scale Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) project in the United States. The 3-MW/12-MWh installation in Troy, Vermont, stands as a testament to the growing significance of battery storage in
