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Power Companies’ Mistakes Can Cost Billions. Who Should Pay?
Utilities say they must be shielded from liability or the electric grid will suffer. Critics say that puts the burden on ratepayers, not investors.
What Happens When an Electric Power Outage is Reported at Unitil?
Power outages can occur for a variety of reasons, including weather or motor vehicle accidents—or for planned equipment upgrades and line maintenance. Learn ...
How smart grids will save citizens billions
Steffen Sorrell, principal analyst at Juniper Research, explores the findings of the firm’s research study on global cities’ performance and approach to energy consumption and delivery
Expert: Plan to build 5 plants may cost billions
LIPA is narrowing a list of dozens of proposals for small peak-power generators to replace an existing, aging fleet, but the costly plan is facing unprecedented scrutiny. People familiar with the reco
Why Tech Giants Are Investing Billions In Green Energy
Investors could be forgiven for wondering if many of the biggest tech companies are trying to outdo one another on their green energy credentials..
Can microgrids really bring power to the last billion?
Microgrids can keep the lights on and bring electricity to the last billion people without power. If they could only turn a profit...
Renewable energy 'drives down power prices by more than cost of subsidies'
Landmark research finds wind and solar power has reduced electricity prices by more than the cost of government subsidies for renewables.
Why electric cars are only as clean as their power supply
Experts argue whether electric cars are worse for the environment than gas guzzlers once the manufacturing process and batteries are taken into account
Why many Americans can't afford utilities
Many people have been struggling to pay their energy bills
Electricity Grid Cybersecurity Will Be Expensive. Who Will Pay, and How Much?
How to tackle power outages in the food, beverage industry
Easy-to-install thermal energy storage technology can be employed to optimize energy savings day after day, while also making grocery stores more resilient during those critical times when they would normally be left in the dark.
Is Nuclear Power Vital to Hitting CO2 Emissions Targets?
Supporters say nuclear plants are the best way to transition to a low-carbon future until renewables get cheaper. Others argue the plants are too risky to keep in operation.
Is Renewable Energy Worth the Upfront Cost?
Energy efficiency, renewable energy and going green, are terms that have become more prevalent in ev...
Vattenfall’s Formula for Low-Cost Energy Storage Deployment
Co-locating wind and battery plants can help cut the cost of both.
Pros and Cons of Nuclear Energy: Safety, Cost, & Efficiency
What Is Nuclear Energy? Nuclear energy is derived from the energy in the core of an atom. Power plants use the process of nuclear fission—the splitting of the atom—to create energy. Some nuclear power plants use uranium atoms. These are split when hit by a neutron, releasing heat and radiation. This atomic collision also releases…
Why The Utility Industry Should Embrace Energy Efficiency
The electric power and utility industry is experiencing a period of transformation due to disruptions to the market. As innovation increases, demand changes
Tips to be safe around power lines and utility poles this summer
Typically, summer normally is a season where people tend to get together for block parties and yard sales, however there are some tips that you should be aware of if you are near electrical lines. If you are planning a block party or yard sale, do not use utility poles to advertise your event. Posting signs, banners or ribbons and balloons on utility poles can endanger utility workers and often is a violation of local ordinances.
3 Costly Mistakes Businesses Make When Buying Energy
For many businesses, buying energy has been simplified into a regular routine. When your current agreement nears its expiration date, you sign a new contract and agree to the terms and price obtained by your energy broker.
Is Your Company Making One of These 3 Costly Mistakes When Buying Energy?
Here are 3 costly mistakes for businesses to look out for when buying energy, and what you can do to avoid them.
Charging a Tesla Model S Might Be Costing More Than You Think
When you fill up a normal ICE car you know exactly what your costs are for the fuel. With an electric vehicle it is not that simple. There is a charging efficiency factor that comes into play which means that the reported amount of energy used could be understated and lower than the actual energy used. In a previous post I […]
