The presence of lead in the environment, specifically airborne lead, has long been recognized as a significant health hazard, particularly for vulnerable populations such as infants. Despite considerable efforts to reduce lead exposure, particularly through the phase-out of leaded gasoline, a
Christopher Hailstone has extensive experience with energy management, renewable energy, and electricity delivery. He is our Utilities expert and offers valuable insights on grid reliability and security. In this interview, he discusses the recommendations of the Utility Policy Advisory Committee
TerraPower's Kemmerer Power Station Unit 1 project has reached a significant milestone with the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) completing its draft safety evaluation (SE) a month ahead of schedule. This 345-MW sodium-cooled fast reactor (SFR) is currently under development in Wyoming, and
Sempra Energy, a leading American utilities holding company, recently announced an ambitious $56 billion capital investment plan over the next five years. This plan, revealed during the company's fourth-quarter earnings call on February 25, 2025, represents a 16% increase over the previous
The landscape of data storage and analytics is on the brink of a transformative shift, driven by advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and innovative storage technologies. As we approach 2025, industry experts predict significant changes that will redefine how data is stored, managed, and
Palo Alto, nestled in the heart of Silicon Valley, faces a critical challenge as California’s inherent Mediterranean climate subjects the region to periodic droughts. After experiencing significant rainfall in early 2023 that offered temporary relief, the city continues to enforce stringent water
As the Biden administration strives to advance the agenda of electric vehicles (EVs), it faces significant political hurdles, particularly from opponents like former President Donald Trump. These challenges are intensified by the ongoing struggle to maintain the federal tax credits for EV buyers
The anticipated surge in new electricity load over the next few years is creating challenges for grid operators, utilities, and regulators. This surge has led to speculative behavior among developers, who submit multiple interconnection requests for the same project or for underdeveloped projects,
In early 2025, two notable events underscored the balance required to achieve energy dominance in the United States: Kendrick Lamar's Grammy wins and Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro's response to a PJM capacity auction price surge. This article explores how to foster energy infrastructure growth
In a world where environmental concerns grow more pressing by the day, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is taking a stand against one of the most pervasive and challenging issues: food waste. As the agency mobilizes resources and introduces strategies to curb the detrimental impact of
