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.
Wasco Greenergy Drives Southeast Asian Biomass Transition
Renewable Energy Wasco Greenergy Drives Southeast Asian Biomass Transition

Christopher Hailstone brings years of utility-scale expertise to the table, particularly in navigating the complex transition from fossil fuels to sustainable biomass in Southeast Asia. As industries grapple with carbon mandates, his insights into the mechanical and financial structures of

IEA Warns Europe Must Scale Up Clean Energy Tech to Compete
Environmental & Regulations IEA Warns Europe Must Scale Up Clean Energy Tech to Compete

Scientific laboratories across the European continent are currently buzzing with the kind of intellectual energy that could redefine how the modern world powers its cities and industries. From the initial spark of a carbon-capture breakthrough to the intricate design of a sodium-ion battery, the

Venezuela's Refineries Recover but Fuel Shortages Loom
Conventional Fuels Venezuela's Refineries Recover but Fuel Shortages Loom

With extensive experience in energy management and a deep understanding of grid reliability, Christopher Hailstone joins us to unpack the complexities of Venezuela's struggling yet resilient oil refining sector. We will explore the recent surge in processing capacity, the persistent operational

India's Biogas Boom Turns Waste Into a National Asset
Renewable Energy India's Biogas Boom Turns Waste Into a National Asset

Beneath the bustling surface of India’s rapidly modernizing economy, a quiet revolution is taking place, transforming millions of tons of agricultural, municipal, and industrial waste from a liability into a cornerstone of the nation's energy future. This is not a story of high-tech solar panels or

Will US-Iran Tensions Cause a Global Oil Crisis?
Conventional Fuels Will US-Iran Tensions Cause a Global Oil Crisis?

From Diplomatic Stalls to Market Shocks: The Looming Threat to Global Oil The global oil market was jolted into high alert as prices surged by over 4%, a direct reaction to the escalating war of words between the United States and Iran. This sudden spike, reversing earlier optimism, underscores a

Is Singapore's New Levy the Future of Green Flying?
Renewable Energy Is Singapore's New Levy the Future of Green Flying?

A Bold Departure from Business as Usual The global aviation industry, a cornerstone of modern connectivity, stands at a critical crossroads, grappling with the immense challenge of decarbonization. While ambitions for "green flying" have long been discussed, tangible, scalable solutions have

Will Virtual Power Plants Lower NJ Energy Bills?
Infrastructure & Technology Will Virtual Power Plants Lower NJ Energy Bills?

A New Strategy for New Jersey's Soaring Energy Costs In response to staggering rate hikes and growing concerns over grid stability, New Jersey is exploring a novel solution: virtual power plants. As residents grapple with energy bills that have climbed by as much as 20%, state regulators are

New Microgrids Bolster New Mexico's Power Grid
Energy Management New Microgrids Bolster New Mexico's Power Grid

In the rugged landscapes of the American Southwest, where the threat of environmental disruption looms larger with each passing year, a groundbreaking initiative is redefining the relationship between communities and their power supply. The increasing frequency of extreme weather events and

US Data Lifts Oil Prices, But Supply Fears Cap Gains
Conventional Fuels US Data Lifts Oil Prices, But Supply Fears Cap Gains

Global oil markets are navigating a complex landscape of conflicting signals, where a recent uptick in prices, spurred by encouraging economic news from the United States, was quickly tempered by the looming prospect of a significant increase in global crude supply. This delicate balancing act

Zambia Seeks $12B in Power to Fuel Copper Ambitions
Renewable Energy Zambia Seeks $12B in Power to Fuel Copper Ambitions

With extensive experience in energy management and grid security, Christopher Hailstone offers a unique perspective on the monumental task facing emerging economies as they balance resource development with sustainable energy infrastructure. We sat down with him to discuss Zambia's ambitious plan

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