Christopher Hailstone has extensive experience with energy management, renewable energy, and electricity delivery. He is also our Utilities expert and provides valuable insights on grid reliability and security. Today, he will share his thoughts on the current state and future of the solar energy
Located near Lineville, Alabama, the R.L. Harris Hydroelectric Project has been a pivotal source of electricity since its original license was issued in 1973. Now, over five decades later, the project is undergoing its first relicensing. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) issued a
The Taltson Hydro Unit, managed by the Northwest Territories Power Corporation (NTPC), has resumed service after an extensive overhaul started in May 2023. The project included replacing key components such as the turbine and turbine shaft, rotor, and generator, and upgrading control panels and
Imagine a world where energy is both abundant and clean, where the natural power of water transforms our cities and communities into beacons of sustainability. This isn't a far-fetched future; it's happening now, driven by the immense potential of hydropower. As climate concerns escalate,
The return of over 950 adult steelhead to the Pelton Round Butte hydro project on the Deschutes River during the 2024-2025 run has marked an unprecedented success in fish restoration efforts in the region. This achievement, recorded as the highest population since the 1960s, has been attributed to
Recent research from cybersecurity firm Forescout has highlighted alarming vulnerabilities within solar power system products from leading vendors such as Sungrow, Growatt, and SMA. These vulnerabilities, which include over 90 flaws previously identified and an additional 46 newly discovered
