Silvia Grain

Silvia Grain

Renewable Energy Expert
Silvia Grain is a respected expert in renewable energy technologies. She covers efficiency strategies and grid modernization initiatives. With a focus on sustainability and innovation, Silvia offers actionable insights to utilities professionals, policymakers, and consumers, advocating for a cleaner and more resilient energy future.
Legal Clash Over Trump-Era Reversal on Empire Wind Project
Infrastructure & Technology Legal Clash Over Trump-Era Reversal on Empire Wind Project

The ongoing legal battle over the Empire Wind project off New York's coast brings to light a critical intersection of legal, environmental, and economic interests in the renewable energy sector. The lawsuit filed by fishing companies and offshore wind opponents challenges the decision to reverse a

Can Clean Energy Thrive Amid Political Uncertainty?
Energy Management Can Clean Energy Thrive Amid Political Uncertainty?

The clean energy sector in the United States is witnessing a paradigm shift, marked by significant growth in regions traditionally not associated with renewable energy deployments. States like Texas have emerged as leaders in clean energy capacity expansion, with over 1,700 MW deployed in 2025

House GOP Budget Threatens Clean Energy Progress
Energy Management House GOP Budget Threatens Clean Energy Progress

In a turbulent shift for the clean energy landscape in America, House Republicans have introduced a budget plan that could pose formidable challenges to the renewable energy sector. The passage of this budget signals a departure from previous bipartisan support, threatening the clean energy

Minnesota Energy Connection Boosts Grid, Economic Growth
Utilities Minnesota Energy Connection Boosts Grid, Economic Growth

The approval of the Minnesota Energy Connection (MEC) transmission project signifies a pivotal development in Minnesota's quest for a robust energy infrastructure and a resilient economic landscape. As a newly sanctioned initiative, the MEC is set to address significant energy challenges that arise

Republican Bill Advances, Cutting Clean Energy Incentives
Renewable Energy Republican Bill Advances, Cutting Clean Energy Incentives

In a recent development that has sparked intense debate among policymakers and industry stakeholders, a Republican budget bill has made its way through the House Budget Committee. The initial opposition from five Republican lawmakers, who were concerned about the implications of wind and solar tax

Eco Isn’t Easy: The True Cost of Sustainable Utility Operations
Editorial Eco Isn’t Easy: The True Cost of Sustainable Utility Operations

Across the utilities sector , companies face increasing pressure to meet sustainability goals. Be it through decarbonization mandates (which involve organizations leveraging cross-cutting measures to reduce or eliminate carbon emissions from their business activities, and across their wider supply

IFMA Defends Energy Star Amid Plans to Cut Federal Funding
Energy Management IFMA Defends Energy Star Amid Plans to Cut Federal Funding

The potential dismantling of the Energy Star program has ignited a robust response from the International Facility Management Association (IFMA). Initiated under the administration of George H.W. Bush in 1992, Energy Star is widely recognized for its ongoing commitment to promoting energy-efficient

Impact of Repealing Clean Energy Credits on Power Costs
Renewable Energy Impact of Repealing Clean Energy Credits on Power Costs

The debate surrounding the repeal of technology-neutral clean energy tax credits holds significant implications for the future cost of electricity in the United States, presenting a potential shift in the energy landscape. These credits have historically played a crucial role in promoting the

Britain Loans $800M for Power Grid Renewable Upgrade
Infrastructure & Technology Britain Loans $800M for Power Grid Renewable Upgrade

Britain's commitment to transforming its energy landscape took a significant step forward with the National Wealth Fund's decision to allocate a substantial loan to ScottishPower, a company owned by Iberdrola. This $800 million financial package is part of a comprehensive strategy to modernize and

FERC Rejects MISO's Plan to Expedite Energy Projects
Environmental & Regulations FERC Rejects MISO's Plan to Expedite Energy Projects

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has rejected the Midcontinent Independent System Operator’s (MISO) Expedited Resource Addition Study (ERAS) proposal. MISO aimed to fast-track the generation interconnection process for projects that address urgent resource adequacy and reliability

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