Extreme weather patterns driven by climate change are posing increasing challenges for utilities in the United States. These phenomena are causing unpredictable spikes in energy demand that the current infrastructure is struggling to meet. Grid operators are compelled to employ new strategies to
The article discusses a groundbreaking discovery by Japanese researchers on the ability of concrete structures in Japan to absorb a significant portion of CO2 emissions generated during cement production. With cement production contributing around 8% to global CO2 emissions, this revelation offers
Today we are joined by Christopher Hailstone, an expert in energy management, renewable energy, and electricity delivery. With extensive experience in utilities, grid reliability, and security, Christopher will provide valuable insights into the recent declaration of a "national energy
Virginia has become a pivotal hub for data centers, particularly in Loudoun County, which alone houses approximately 200 data centers and manages over 70% of global web traffic. As demand for digital services continues to swell, so does the voracious appetite for energy to power these centers. In
In a surprising turn of events, Kentucky Power has requested to maintain its stake in the Mitchell coal plant after a previous state decision mandated relinquishing it by December 2028. Initially, the Kentucky Public Service Commission (PSC) deemed continued investment in the plant disadvantageous
Trump's Energy Policies: Deregulation and Critique of Climate Measures From the moment former President Donald Trump took office, his administration set in motion a series of significant changes aimed at reshaping the United States’ approach to energy and climate policies. The primary focus of
