The United States stands at a pivotal moment in the management of its energy resources, with the potential of virtual power plants (VPPs) becoming increasingly significant in addressing the growing electricity demand and ensuring grid reliability. Mark Dyson, the managing director of the Rocky
Maryland is facing a critical juncture in its energy infrastructure development. With its growing population and surging electricity demands, the state must address its energy needs to ensure reliable power for its residents. The Maryland Piedmont Reliability Project (MPRP) emerges as a key
The aftermath of Hurricane Helene has left millions of residents in the Southeastern United States and the Mid-Atlantic without power. As a catastrophic Category 4 hurricane, its impact has necessitated extensive repair and rebuilding efforts from utility companies. The massive scope of damage, the
Why Is Indiana Still Paying Millions for Outdated Coal Power? Indiana, renowned for its historic industrial might, faces a paradox in its modern energy landscape. Despite the proliferation of cheaper and environmentally friendly renewable energy options, the state continues to rely heavily on coal
Sempra Energy is focusing intently on high-voltage transmission development to leverage the skyrocketing energy demand fueled by artificial intelligence (AI) and industrial growth in Texas. During a recent third-quarter earnings call, Sempra’s Chairman and CEO, Jeff Martin, emphasized the
In a significant move towards a cleaner energy future, the North Carolina Utilities Commission (NCUC) has approved an ambitious integrated resource plan (IRP) for Duke Energy Progress and Duke Energy Carolinas. This plan, proposed in August, aims to balance energy reliability with substantial
New York City is taking a bold step toward a sustainable future with a groundbreaking pilot project in Brooklyn. This $9 million initiative, led by Con Edison and First Student, aims to revolutionize the integration of electric school buses into the urban power grid. The project is not just about
As the threat of climate change becomes increasingly urgent, the race to develop and implement effective carbon capture technologies has never been more crucial. Recent regulatory decisions in the United States, particularly the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling allowing the Biden administration to push
Frequent extreme weather, record-breaking power outages, and high energy costs have galvanized Puerto Rico’s determination to create a more resilient, reliable, and affordable energy system. In 2017, the island faced a devastating crisis when hurricanes destroyed roughly 80% of its electric grid,
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) recently made headlines by rejecting a proposal to expand the electricity load for an Amazon Web Services (AWS) data center connected to the Susquehanna nuclear power plant in Pennsylvania. This decision has significant implications for the power
