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.
EU Invests €422M in Projects for Alternative Fuels Transport Network
Energy Management EU Invests €422M in Projects for Alternative Fuels Transport Network

In a significant step towards sustainable transportation, the European Union is channeling nearly €422 million into 39 projects aimed at developing alternative fuels supply infrastructure along the trans-European transport network (TEN-T). This endeavor seeks to support the decarbonization of

Is Indonesia's Coal Expansion Jeopardizing Its Climate Goals?
Conventional Fuels Is Indonesia's Coal Expansion Jeopardizing Its Climate Goals?

Indonesia has recently unveiled its National Electricity Master Plan (RUKN 2024-2060), which outlines the strategy for electricity generation over the next few decades, projecting a substantial increase in both renewable energy sources and coal-powered generation. The plan is designed to balance

How Will Technological Trends Impact Swedish Truck and Taxi Drivers?
Infrastructure & Technology How Will Technological Trends Impact Swedish Truck and Taxi Drivers?

The rapid advancement of technology in the transport sector is poised to bring about significant changes in the lives of truck and taxi drivers in Sweden. These transformations, driven by electrification, digitalization, and automation, promise a future with both enhanced working conditions and new

Energa-Operator Secures $1.8B to Modernize and Digitalize Poland's Power Grid
Infrastructure & Technology Energa-Operator Secures $1.8B to Modernize and Digitalize Poland's Power Grid

In a substantial move towards enhancing Poland’s energy infrastructure, Energa-Operator has successfully secured $1.8 billion in funding aimed at modernizing and digitalizing the power grid in northern and central Poland, marking the largest initiative in the company’s history. This comprehensive

Boosting Green Tech: How Low Tariffs Can Drive Innovation in Emerging Markets
Environmental & Regulations Boosting Green Tech: How Low Tariffs Can Drive Innovation in Emerging Markets

In today's rapidly evolving global landscape, the quest to counter climate change is intensifying, and green technologies are at the forefront of this battle. Emerging markets, in particular, face a critical decision: whether to follow the path of advanced economies by imposing higher tariffs on

Can Developing Nations Lead in Green Development After US Exit?
Environmental & Regulations Can Developing Nations Lead in Green Development After US Exit?

The global implications of the United States' withdrawal from the Paris Climate Agreement under the Donald Trump administration have sparked significant debate. This decision, seen as a setback for global climate efforts, presents unique opportunities for developing nations to take the lead in

Canada's Roadmap to a Net-Zero Electricity Grid by 2050
Environmental & Regulations Canada's Roadmap to a Net-Zero Electricity Grid by 2050

Canada is embarking on an ambitious journey to transition its electricity grid to net-zero emissions by 2050, a plan that involves integrating clean, renewable energy sources, implementing robust government policies, and engaging various stakeholders, including Indigenous communities, to reduce

Transforming Europe's Energy Grid: Investment, Innovation, and Regulation
Infrastructure & Technology Transforming Europe's Energy Grid: Investment, Innovation, and Regulation

As Europe aims to transform its energy grid, substantial investments, technological innovations, and regulatory changes are essential components to achieving a sustainable and efficient energy system. The transformation of Europe's energy grid is a monumental task that requires substantial

Data Analytics Revolutionizing Reliability and Efficiency in Smart Grids
Infrastructure & Technology Data Analytics Revolutionizing Reliability and Efficiency in Smart Grids

The role of data analytics in the transformation of the smart grid is a focal topic in contemporary discussions on utility management and energy transition. This detailed summary analyzes the importance, applications, benefits, and challenges of integrating data analytics into smart grid systems,

China's 2024 Coal-Plant Boom Challenges Clean-Energy Goals
Conventional Fuels China's 2024 Coal-Plant Boom Challenges Clean-Energy Goals

In 2024, China embarked on a significant expansion of coal-power plant construction, marking the highest level of such activity in the past decade. This development, detailed in a report by the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA) and Global Energy Monitor (GEM), underscores a

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