As the demand for electricity surges globally, driven largely by the rapid expansion of data centers, the reliability of power grids has emerged as a critical concern. Key figures from 2024 highlight this shift, when significant weather events in North America exacted financial tolls exceeding a
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has stirred considerable debate with its recent proposal to repeal pivotal climate and emissions standards. This decision targets two critical regulations: greenhouse gas standards for power plants and amendments to the Mercury and Air Toxics Standards
Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind, a collaboration between EDF Renewables and Shell, has recently taken a decisive step in renewable energy by petitioning to terminate the renewable energy credits for their Atlantic Shores 1 project. This move highlights the difficulties encountered by this prominent
The United Kingdom is steering its clean energy future with a bold aim: to nearly triple its current offshore wind capacity by the end of the decade. As the nation gears up for another round of renewable energy auctions, questions loom about the feasibility and impact of this ambitious expansion.
Recent developments in the power grid sector have drawn attention as TenneT, a Dutch state-owned power grid operator, considers selling a minority stake in its German operations. With TenneT Germany's regulated asset base valued at 27.8 billion euros and expected to grow significantly, this
The political climate surrounding energy production in the United States has reached a critical juncture, with a Republican-backed megabill sparking significant discussion about its potential impact on the burgeoning clean energy sector. During a session at the POLITICO Energy Summit, stakeholders
As the world delves deeper into the era of technological and energy advancements, the evolution of distribution feeder protection systems is becoming more apparent and necessary. These systems, crucial for electricity distribution from substations to end consumers, are pivotal in maintaining
In the current dynamic energy landscape, electricity consumer groups are advocating for the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) to bolster the precision and clarity of electricity demand forecasts. The pressing nature of this request stems from the anticipated steep rise in electricity
As hyperscale data centers expand, they become integral pillars of our digital infrastructure, yet they provoke unprecedented electricity demands. This introduces the critical challenge of balancing growth without distorting electricity markets or increasing costs for others. With today's
In today's interview, we delve into the significant challenges and advancements in California's renewable energy landscape with Christopher Hailstone, a seasoned expert with vast experience in energy management and utilities. His insights provide a window into the complex issues surrounding solar
