Imagine a North American energy grid struggling to keep pace with soaring demand, aging infrastructure, and the urgent need to integrate renewable energy sources, all while facing the risk of costly outages. This is the reality for utilities today, where a single disruption can cost millions and
Setting the Stage: A Refining Industry at a Crossroads The global refining sector is undergoing a profound transformation, with capacity soaring to unprecedented levels despite a shrinking number of facilities worldwide. As of 2025, primary refining capacity has climbed by a staggering 15% over the
I'm thrilled to sit down with Christopher Hailstone, a renowned expert in energy management and utilities, with a deep focus on grid reliability, security, and the evolving landscape of energy infrastructure. With his extensive background in renewable energy and electricity delivery, Christopher
Introduction to Battery Storage and Renewable Energy in Connecticut Imagine a future where clean energy powers homes across New England, with battery-storage systems acting as the backbone to ensure reliability even when the sun doesn't shine or the wind doesn't blow, a vision that seemed within
In a landmark ruling that has sent ripples through the energy and environmental sectors, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit has upheld the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission’s (FERC) approval of a critical natural gas pipeline segment spanning the United States-Mexico
Energizing the Digital Boom: Why Data Center Power Needs Are Reshaping Utilities In an age where digital infrastructure underpins nearly every facet of modern life, the energy appetite of data centers has emerged as a defining challenge for the utility sector, pushing companies to rethink capacity
