Ava Baineson

Ava Baineson

Energy Distribution Specialist
Ava specializes in grid management and energy distribution systems. She regularly writes about grid reliability, resilience, and cybersecurity, as well as distributed energy resources and microgrid technologies. Ava’s insights help utilities and grid operators future-proof infrastructure by navigating the challenges of energy supply. Ava’s audience consists of engineers, government officials, and business leaders who rely on her expertise for the outlook in the energy and utilities industries.
Can a New Mega-Battery Transform Belgium's Power Grid?
Energy Management Can a New Mega-Battery Transform Belgium's Power Grid?

As nations worldwide pivot toward renewable energy, the inherent challenge of intermittency looms large over the stability of national power grids, and Belgium is addressing this critical issue head-on with a landmark project. A significant new contract has been awarded for the development of a

Is the PIA Successfully Reviving Nigerian Oil and Gas?
Environmental & Regulations Is the PIA Successfully Reviving Nigerian Oil and Gas?

For decades, Nigeria's vast oil and gas potential has been constrained by a climate of regulatory ambiguity and operational inefficiency, which has often discouraged the substantial foreign investment required for sector growth. The passage of the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) was designed to be a

How Will Ukraine Overcome Its Energy Crisis?
Infrastructure & Technology How Will Ukraine Overcome Its Energy Crisis?

Today we're speaking with Christopher Hailstone, a leading expert in energy management and grid security, with extensive experience in renewable energy and electricity delivery. Following a recent escalation in Russian attacks that have crippled Ukraine's energy infrastructure, we turn to him for

NextEra Partners With Tech Giants to Power AI Boom
Infrastructure & Technology NextEra Partners With Tech Giants to Power AI Boom

The artificial intelligence revolution is silently consuming more electricity than some small countries, pushing the aging American power grid to a precipice it was never designed to face. This unprecedented demand, fueled by the computational thirst of AI models, has created a critical

Indian Army Adopts Biodiesel for Clean Energy
Renewable Energy Indian Army Adopts Biodiesel for Clean Energy

In a landmark move that underscores a growing global trend of integrating environmental responsibility with national security, the Indian Army has formally incorporated biodiesel into its extensive fuel supply chain. This major initiative, designed to bolster India's clean energy ambitions while

Is Methane the Hidden Threat to Climate and Health?
Environmental & Regulations Is Methane the Hidden Threat to Climate and Health?

Imagine a silent, invisible force accelerating the planet’s warming at a staggering rate, while simultaneously undermining the air quality in communities worldwide, yet it barely makes headlines compared to its more infamous cousin, carbon dioxide. This unseen culprit is methane, a greenhouse gas

How Will One Digital Grid Transform Utility Operations?
Energy Management How Will One Digital Grid Transform Utility Operations?

Imagine a world where power outages are predicted and resolved before they spiral into widespread chaos, where utility grids hum with efficiency despite soaring energy demands, and where aging infrastructure no longer spells disaster for businesses losing billions annually. This isn’t a distant

Can Bamboo Power Maharashtra's Green Energy Future?
Renewable Energy Can Bamboo Power Maharashtra's Green Energy Future?

I'm thrilled to sit down with Christopher Hailstone, a renowned expert in energy management and renewable energy, whose deep insights into grid reliability and electricity delivery have shaped sustainable practices across industries. With a focus on innovative policies like Maharashtra's

EU and G7 Consider Ban on Maritime Services for Russian Oil
Conventional Fuels EU and G7 Consider Ban on Maritime Services for Russian Oil

In a world where oil flows like the lifeblood of economies, what happens when major powers decide to sever a critical artery of a geopolitical adversary? The European Union and the Group of Seven (G7) nations are on the brink of a seismic decision: banning maritime services for Russian oil exports.

GEODIS Pioneers Renewable Diesel Trucking in Southeast Asia
Energy Management GEODIS Pioneers Renewable Diesel Trucking in Southeast Asia

Imagine a world where the heavy rumble of cross-border trucks no longer signals a spike in carbon emissions, but instead represents a step toward a cleaner, greener future. In Southeast Asia, this vision is becoming reality as a global logistics leader takes a bold leap into sustainable

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