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.
How Is the DOE's $1.5 Billion Transmission Boost Changing the Grid?
Utilities How Is the DOE's $1.5 Billion Transmission Boost Changing the Grid?

How Is the DOE's $1.5 Billion Transmission Boost Changing the Grid? The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is taking bold steps to modernize the nation's electric grid. Through its Transmission Facilitation Program (TFP), the department has allocated up to $1.5 billion to support crucial

How Should You Prepare for Tropical Storm Milton's Impact?
Utilities How Should You Prepare for Tropical Storm Milton's Impact?

As Duke Energy Florida tracks the approach of Tropical Storm Milton, residents across the state are encouraged to take immediate precautionary measures to ensure their safety and well-being. Given the storm's potential to escalate into a major hurricane, the importance of early preparation

Saudi Arabia Secures Financing for Major Solar PV Projects by 2027
Utilities Saudi Arabia Secures Financing for Major Solar PV Projects by 2027

In a significant stride towards renewable energy, Saudi Arabia has achieved financial closure for a substantial renewable energy initiative led by a consortium comprising ACWA Power, Badeel, and Saudi Aramco Power Company (SAPCO). These entities have successfully secured 5.5 gigawatts (GW) in solar

Point Broadband Acquires Riviera Utilities, Launches Fiber Upgrade
Utilities Point Broadband Acquires Riviera Utilities, Launches Fiber Upgrade

The recent acquisition of Riviera Utilities' residential cable and internet business by Point Broadband marks a significant moment not just for the companies involved but for the consumers expecting improved service. With a legacy in Foley, Alabama, spanning over a century, Riviera Utilities

Austin Energy Expands Solar Incentives to Meet Growing Grid Demands
Renewable Energy Austin Energy Expands Solar Incentives to Meet Growing Grid Demands

Austin Energy's New Solar Initiative Targets Broader Community Participation In response to the rising demands on the electric grid, Austin Energy has announced ambitious plans to expand its community solar program, aiming to include a larger base of property owners and diversify local solar

Cyber Threats Target Water Plants: Call for Robust Security Measures
Utilities Cyber Threats Target Water Plants: Call for Robust Security Measures

Cyberattacks on critical infrastructure, particularly water treatment facilities, have become an increasingly significant concern. Recent incidents, such as the breach in Arkansas City, have amplified the urgent call for enhanced cybersecurity measures to protect these essential utilities. As cyber

Can DOE Prizes Boost Behind-the-Meter Storage for Niche Markets?
Energy Management Can DOE Prizes Boost Behind-the-Meter Storage for Niche Markets?

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has recently announced two groundbreaking prize competitions with a central aim: to revolutionize the adoption and integration of behind-the-meter (BTM) technologies and storage systems, particularly in niche and underrepresented markets. These initiatives are

DTE Energy Estimates Favorable Costs for Michigan's Renewable Goals
Renewable Energy DTE Energy Estimates Favorable Costs for Michigan's Renewable Goals

The financial impact of Michigan's new renewable energy targets on DTE Energy, the state's largest utility, has come under scrutiny as the utility evaluates the costs associated with meeting these ambitious goals. DTE Energy, serving 2.3 million customers, has provided an initial cost

Brunswick County Offshore Wind Farms Face Financial and Regulatory Hurdles
Renewable Energy Brunswick County Offshore Wind Farms Face Financial and Regulatory Hurdles

The development of offshore wind farms off the coast of Brunswick County, North Carolina, represents a critical component of the state's strategy to reduce carbon emissions and meet clean energy targets. However, the journey is laden with financial and regulatory challenges that must be

Kentucky's Rapid Solar Growth Spurs Jobs, Economic Renewal, Sustainability
Renewable Energy Kentucky's Rapid Solar Growth Spurs Jobs, Economic Renewal, Sustainability

Kentucky, a state historically rooted in coal mining, is undergoing a significant transformation that is reshaping its economic landscape and environmental outlook. The rapid growth in the renewable energy sector, especially solar energy, is revitalizing the state's economy, creating jobs, and

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