Illinois regulators have recently approved statewide electric grid upgrades, setting the stage for increased rates for customers across the region. The Illinois Commerce Commission (ICC) has sanctioned significantly scaled-back investment plans submitted by Commonwealth Edison (ComEd) and Ameren
The rapid evolution and transformative potential of Big Data solutions have become a cornerstone in today’s technology landscape. Big Data technologies are advancing at an unprecedented rate, revamping our current paradigms of storage, processing, and analytics. As heterogeneous data sources c
The recently approved transmission projects by the Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) represent a groundbreaking advancement in the U.S. energy sector, aiming to address local reliability needs, support growth, and enhance grid resilience. The extensive portfolio consists of 488
The Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) made a significant decision to abandon a proposed $1 billion performance credit mechanism (PCM) for power generators. This proposal, intended to incentivize power producers during times of grid stress within the Electric Reliability Council of Texas
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has recently proposed new "ride-through" reliability standards specifically designed for inverter-based resources (IBRs) such as wind, solar, and battery systems. These standards aim to ensure that IBRs can sustain brief fluctuations in grid
In the face of rising energy demands and a pivotal transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy, Illinois' electric grid faces critical challenges that must be addressed to ensure future reliability and stability. The state is under pressure to meet these demands and pivot its energy
