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 Are IEC Verification Services Transforming Emission Reporting Standards?
Environmental & Regulations How Are IEC Verification Services Transforming Emission Reporting Standards?

The launch of the International Electrotechnical Commission's (IEC) new portfolio of carbon footprint verification services marks a significant step in the global effort to combat climate change. These services are designed to help companies build trust and credibility in their commitment to

Can Data Centers and AI Drive Utility Growth Without Overbuilding?
Infrastructure & Technology Can Data Centers and AI Drive Utility Growth Without Overbuilding?

As data centers and artificial intelligence technologies continue to expand at an unprecedented rate, U.S. utility companies are poised to experience significant growth opportunities. This trend, however, also comes with inherent risks that need careful management. According to a recent Bank of

Biden Bans New Offshore Drilling, Aims for Clean Energy Transition
Renewable Energy Biden Bans New Offshore Drilling, Aims for Clean Energy Transition

President Joe Biden's recent executive action aims to ban new offshore oil and gas drilling across a vast expanse of more than 625 million acres of U.S. coastal waters. This directive includes the entire East Coast, the eastern Gulf of Mexico, and the Pacific Ocean off Washington, Oregon, and

Midwest Advances Energy Infrastructure with Major Transmission Projects
Infrastructure & Technology Midwest Advances Energy Infrastructure with Major Transmission Projects

The Midwest is undergoing a transformative phase in its energy infrastructure development through the recent approval of a record-setting portfolio of transmission lines by the Midwestern grid operator, MISO. Dubbed “build, baby, build,” this initiative aims to significantly enhance the region’s gri

Will FERC Mandate Gas Pipeline Reliability Standards for Winter?
Energy Management Will FERC Mandate Gas Pipeline Reliability Standards for Winter?

The severe power outages that swept across the Southeast and nearly led to the collapse of New York City's gas system during Winter Storm Elliott in December 2022 have spurred significant concerns about the reliability of gas pipeline infrastructure during extreme cold weather. In response,

Will Trump's Stand Against Wind Energy Backfire on His Politics?
Renewable Energy Will Trump's Stand Against Wind Energy Backfire on His Politics?

Donald Trump has long been a vocal critic of wind energy, particularly offshore wind farms, and his opposition has continued even after his presidency. This stance extends beyond national borders, as exemplified by his demands that the UK remove its North Sea wind farms. The implications and

How Will Caddis and MCG Transform Data Center Power Solutions?
Energy Management How Will Caddis and MCG Transform Data Center Power Solutions?

The new collaboration between Caddis Cloud Solutions and Mission Critical Group (MCG) promises to deliver cutting-edge, integrated power systems for data centers across North America. This partnership aims to tackle various power-related challenges, streamline supply chain management, and reduce

AI-Powered Smart Grids Promise a Resilient and Efficient Future
Energy Management AI-Powered Smart Grids Promise a Resilient and Efficient Future

The power grid, a system that has evolved extensively over the past 75 years, is undergoing a significant transformation due to advancements in technology. Last November, T&D World marked its 75th anniversary by examining the power grid's past and predicting its future, notably how the

Pennsylvania Challenges PJM Capacity Prices, Seeks FERC Intervention
Infrastructure & Technology Pennsylvania Challenges PJM Capacity Prices, Seeks FERC Intervention

Pennsylvania and Governor Josh Shapiro have filed a complaint with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) aimed at addressing the rising capacity market prices within the PJM Interconnection, a regional transmission organization that coordinates the movement of wholesale electricity in

Bioenergy With Carbon Capture and Storage: A Path to a Zero-Carbon Future
Renewable Energy Bioenergy With Carbon Capture and Storage: A Path to a Zero-Carbon Future

Bioenergy with carbon capture and storage (BECCS) emerges as a pivotal renewable energy strategy that focuses on removing carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere. BECCS merges bioenergy production from organic materials with carbon capture and storage (CCS) technology to reduce greenhouse gas

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