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.
How Does Ukraine's Attack on Novorossiysk Impact Oil Supply?
Conventional Fuels How Does Ukraine's Attack on Novorossiysk Impact Oil Supply?

The global energy landscape faced a significant jolt on November 14, with a Ukrainian military strike targeting Russia's Novorossiysk port, a pivotal hub for Black Sea oil exports, disrupting an estimated 2.2 million barrels per day of oil. This volume, roughly 2% of the world's supply, sent

Ukraine Secures U.S. LNG via Greece for Winter Energy Needs
Infrastructure & Technology Ukraine Secures U.S. LNG via Greece for Winter Energy Needs

In the heart of a brutal winter, Ukraine faces an unprecedented energy crisis, with Russian attacks decimating its infrastructure and leaving millions at risk of freezing temperatures. As the conflict drags on, a staggering estimate of nearly 2 billion euros ($2.3 billion) is needed to secure gas

Is Peak Oil Dead? Unpacking the IEA's Surprising Shift
Conventional Fuels Is Peak Oil Dead? Unpacking the IEA's Surprising Shift

Today, we’re thrilled to sit down with Christopher Hailstone, a seasoned expert in energy management, renewable energy, and electricity delivery. With his deep knowledge of grid reliability and security, Christopher offers a unique perspective on the ever-evolving landscape of global energy

EU Lawmakers Weaken Key Sustainability Laws Amid Pushback
Renewable Energy EU Lawmakers Weaken Key Sustainability Laws Amid Pushback

What happens when the pursuit of a greener, more ethical world clashes with the gritty realities of politics and profit? Picture a Europe striving to lead the charge against environmental destruction and human rights abuses, only to stumble under the weight of corporate lobbying and shifting

New Jersey's Giant Offshore Wind Farm Project Canceled
Renewable Energy New Jersey's Giant Offshore Wind Farm Project Canceled

In a striking blow to renewable energy ambitions on the East Coast, a massive offshore wind farm project off the coast of New Jersey has been abruptly terminated, casting a shadow over the state's clean energy goals and raising serious doubts about the future of such initiatives. This development,

Senate Democrats Slam White House on AI Data Center Deals
Infrastructure & Technology Senate Democrats Slam White House on AI Data Center Deals

In a striking confrontation between technological advancement and public welfare, Senate Democrats have sharply criticized the White House’s approach to the rapid expansion of AI data centers under the Trump administration. A pointed letter signed by five senators—four Democrats and one

U Power and IoTeX Partner for AI-Driven EV Battery Innovation
Infrastructure & Technology U Power and IoTeX Partner for AI-Driven EV Battery Innovation

In an era where the electric vehicle (EV) industry is rapidly evolving to meet global sustainability goals, a groundbreaking collaboration has emerged to tackle one of the sector's most pressing challenges: efficient and scalable battery-swapping infrastructure. U Power Limited, a company listed on

U.S. Hydropower Faces Critical Make-or-Break Moment
Renewable Energy U.S. Hydropower Faces Critical Make-or-Break Moment

The U.S. hydropower industry stands at a defining crossroads, where the decisions made in the coming years could either secure its role as a vital renewable energy source or lead to its irreversible decline. For over a century, since the late 1800s, hydropower has been a backbone of American

COP30 Drives Sustainable Cooling and AI Climate Solutions
Energy Management COP30 Drives Sustainable Cooling and AI Climate Solutions

As the world grapples with the intensifying impacts of climate change, the thirtieth session of the Conference of the Parties (COP30), held in Belém, Brazil, from November 10 to 21, has emerged as a defining moment in the global environmental landscape, convening leaders, policymakers, and

Can Ledger-Based Accounting Transform Carbon Tracking?
Environmental & Regulations Can Ledger-Based Accounting Transform Carbon Tracking?

In an era where climate change demands urgent action, businesses are under unprecedented scrutiny to accurately measure and reduce their carbon emissions, facing pressure from regulators, investors, and an increasingly eco-conscious public. A novel solution, known as ledger-based accounting, has

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