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.
Xcel Energy Unveils 200 MW Battery Network for Minnesota Grid
Renewable Energy Xcel Energy Unveils 200 MW Battery Network for Minnesota Grid

In an era where the demand for reliable and sustainable energy solutions is at an all-time high, a major utility provider has stepped forward with a groundbreaking plan to transform the energy landscape in Minnesota. This innovative proposal introduces a 200 MW distributed battery storage network,

Laos Turns Hydropower Surplus into Crypto Mining Revenue
Renewable Energy Laos Turns Hydropower Surplus into Crypto Mining Revenue

In a region often grappling with energy deficits, Laos stands out as a nation with an abundance of hydropower resources, earning it the nickname “Battery of Southeast Asia,” yet it faces a daunting economic challenge with a staggering national debt burden largely tied to ambitious infrastructure

How Is Atlas Copco Revolutionizing Industrial Cooling?
Energy Management How Is Atlas Copco Revolutionizing Industrial Cooling?

In the fast-evolving landscape of industrial manufacturing, the demand for efficient and sustainable cooling solutions has never been more critical, especially as industries strive to balance productivity with environmental responsibility. Across sectors like food processing, pharmaceuticals, and

Why Did Newsom Veto California's Virtual Power Plant Bill?
Energy Management Why Did Newsom Veto California's Virtual Power Plant Bill?

Governor Gavin Newsom's recent veto of AB 740, a bipartisan bill designed to accelerate the deployment of virtual power plants (VPPs) in California, has sparked intense debate among energy policy experts, clean energy advocates, and state officials. This decision, made amidst growing concerns over

How Will Takaichi's Win Impact Japan's Energy Future?
Conventional Fuels How Will Takaichi's Win Impact Japan's Energy Future?

What happens when a single election result sends an entire nation's energy sector into a tailspin, with stock markets reeling and policy debates igniting overnight? Sanae Takaichi's recent victory as leader of Japan's Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) has done just that, unsettling conventional solar

How Ather Energy Hit 500,000 Electric Scooters in India?
Renewable Energy How Ather Energy Hit 500,000 Electric Scooters in India?

What does it take to transform a nation’s streets from the roar of gasoline engines to the silent hum of electric power? In India, where two-wheelers are a lifeline for millions, Ather Energy has carved a path through this challenge, rolling out its 500,000th electric scooter from a

Swiss Startup Merges Batteries and Hydrogen for Grid Stability
Energy Management Swiss Startup Merges Batteries and Hydrogen for Grid Stability

Imagine a future where power grids across Europe no longer buckle under the strain of fluctuating renewable energy or extreme weather events, but instead operate with seamless stability thanks to cutting-edge technology developed by a Swiss green technology startup. Plan-B Net Zero is turning this

Russia's Largest Strike Targets Ukraine's Gas Infrastructure
Infrastructure & Technology Russia's Largest Strike Targets Ukraine's Gas Infrastructure

Imagine a nation bracing for winter, only to face a devastating blow to its energy lifeline just as the cold sets in, with a massive Russian assault on October 3 targeting Ukraine's critical gas facilities in Kharkiv and Poltava. Operated by the state company Naftogaz, these facilities were hit by

Clearwater Explores City-Owned Utility Amid Duke Energy Debate
Energy Management Clearwater Explores City-Owned Utility Amid Duke Energy Debate

Today, we’re thrilled to sit down with Christopher Hailstone, a seasoned expert in energy management, renewable energy, and electricity delivery. With a deep background in grid reliability and security, Christopher offers unparalleled insights into the complex world of public utilities. Our

Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant Faces Power Crisis Amid Conflict
Conventional Fuels Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Plant Faces Power Crisis Amid Conflict

What happens when the largest nuclear power plant in Europe, nestled in a war zone, loses all external power for over a week? In southern Ukraine, the Zaporizhzhia Nuclear Power Plant stands as a stark reminder of the fragility of critical infrastructure amid conflict, with emergency diesel

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