Hawthorne, N.J.: Deep Foundations Institute (DFI) and the Electric Power Systems Foundations Committee have released a new committee report, Design and Construction of Deep Foundations to Support Electric System Transmission Lines State of the Practice. This…
Line of Fire: How Wildfires Threaten Utility Credit
Summary Between 2020 and 2024, North America experienced an alarming increase in the frequency and severity of wildfires. Wildfire activity has reached…
Global transformers market to reach $89.34 billion in 2030, led by Asia-Pacific, forecasts GlobalData
The global transformers market is on a strong growth trajectory, projected to reach $89.34 billion in 2030, driven by rising electricity demand, renewable…
Grid-Scale Energy Storage: A Power Play for Regulated Utilities
Summary Battery energy storage is revolutionizing the utilities sector--enhancing grid reliability, enabling renewable integration, and creating new revenue streams. Falling costs, policy support, and innovative commercial models like battery energy storage…
NYPA Board of Trustees Approves $400,000 for Energy Storage and Microgrid Training Program
Virtual Reality Training to Educate Utility Workforce on Operations and Maintenance of Energy Storage and Microgrid Systems Residents of Disadvantaged Communities Eligible to Enroll in Tuition-Free ESAMTAC Trainings at 14 Locations Throughout New York…
Researchers from Incheon National University Propose Novel Approaches for Improved Microgrid Management
"Rural electricity" by kevin dooley A new optimization model improves microgrid operation, enhancing energy efficiency and ensuring reliable power supply Scientists at Incheon National University have developed a new optimization model to improve…
Global Grid Digitalization Investment to Hit US$150 Billion by 2030 Amid Growing Demand for Energy Capacity and Flexibility
Investments in energy grid modernization and digitalization have not kept pace with energy demands and requirements over the past years. Given rapid electrification and the ongoing energy transition toward net zero, spending on grid digital transformation…
Morningstar DBRS Comments on MISO’s Historic $22 Billion Regional Transmission Plan
Key Highlights • We expect the credit impact of Tranche 2.1 on utility companies to be neutral, provided that they can finance the capex and maintain their debt-to-capital ratios in alignment with the regulatory capital structure. • MISO’s alignment…
Biden-Harris Administration Announces Three High-Priority Areas Advancing in National Interest Electric Transmission Corridor Designation Process
DOE Seeks Public Input on Proposed Public Engagement Framework and Possible Scope of Analysis for Areas Moving to Phase 3 of Designation Process WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a continued effort to expedite the build out of a resilient and reliable electric…
Morningstar DBRS Comments on Impact of Potential U.S. Tariffs or Electricity Export Ban on Ontario Independent Power Producers
Key Highlights • Ontario Premier Doug Ford has threatened to cut off electricity supply to the United States if it imposes a blanket 25% tariff on Canadian goods. • If the tariff or the electricity export ban occurs, we do not expect either to materially…
