PJM Interconnection, the largest regional transmission organization (RTO) in the United States, is facing significant challenges in its capacity market. Recently, PJM agreed to lower its auction price cap to $325/MW-day from over $500/MW-day following a lawsuit filed by Pennsylvania Governor Josh
The PJM Interconnection, which oversees the electricity grid for 13 Mid-Atlantic and Midwest states along with the District of Columbia, has agreed to implement price caps and floors for its upcoming capacity auctions. This decision comes in response to a complaint filed in December by Pennsylvania
The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) has proposed new maintenance and operation standards, as well as heightened emergency response plan oversight, for battery energy storage facilities in California. This proposal was brought forward in response to a significant fire at Vistra Corp.'s
The city of Palo Alto has recently released its 2023 Annual Water Quality Report, accentuating the critical importance of water efficiency and sustainable use. This well-detailed document primarily focuses on the city's proactive measures in managing its water resources, acknowledging the
The digital era has brought with it a significant surge in data processing and storage needs, prompting major technology companies to seek ways to meet these demands efficiently and sustainably. One noteworthy trend is the establishment of direct connections between data centers and power plants.
Harmful algal blooms (HABs) pose a significant challenge for water treatment plant operators. These blooms, primarily composed of cyanobacteria, can rapidly increase and produce toxins harmful to humans, pets, and the environment. A groundbreaking study led by Dr. Youngwoo Seo and his team from the
Bakeries across the UK are gearing up for the implementation of new legislation requiring them to separate food waste from other waste streams. With just a few months left before the regulations come into effect, it's crucial for these businesses to understand how they can comply efficiently. The
In the early 1980s, Chattanooga, Tennessee faced significant economic challenges as businesses were closing or moving operations offshore, leading to a nearly deserted downtown area after work hours. The Tennessee River, which had once been central to the city's economy and character, no longer
The construction industry is facing an increasingly urgent need to address embodied carbon, the greenhouse gas emissions associated with the production and use of construction materials. As the world strives to achieve net-zero carbon by 2050 and halve emissions by 2030, structural engineers play a
The global plastic waste crisis has reached alarming levels, with oceans overflowing with plastic debris and ecosystems under severe threat. In response, regulatory frameworks and technological innovations are being developed to address this pressing issue. The 2023 plastics and packaging
