The electric grid is a complex system of power plants, transmission lines, substations and distribution lines that transmit electric power from the place whe...
The electric grid is a complex system of power plants, transmission lines, substations and distribution lines that transmit electric power from the place whe...
Decarbonized energy systems are completely feasible, technically. The only barriers are political and cultural.
Imagining an electric grid where energy is collected from many distributed sources and where the cost of carbon and grid efficiency are reflected in pricing.
Partnering with a power source can save a fleet operation on costs and energy consumption
Most of the talk about “the future of the electric grid” has been focused on developed nations, where discussion of “smart grids” and advanced power systems are commonplace. That focus may be misplaced; the big markets driving the future of the modern grid may actually emerge in the world’s developing economies.
It’s a huge undertaking to slow climate change, but we’ve done big things before.
A cleaner, more resilient electric grid will help consumers avoid billion-dollar bills.
Carbon-free electricity isn’t a final destination — it is merely a stop along the road to a time when electricity becomes the clean fuel of choice and reduces pollution in
Critics say greater regulation is needed to ensure utilities are bringing enough innovation to the grid. Others say the industry is already making rapid improvements.
A major uptick in driving on batteries will stress today's aging grid, but also offer an opportunity to make it way better.
Changing how electricity is generated, bought and sold in the United States begins with a small handful of individuals in each state who set the rules.
Power outages can occur for a variety of reasons, including weather or motor vehicle accidents—or for planned equipment upgrades and line maintenance. Learn ...
High concentration of EVs can lead to equipment trouble later.
A rapidly declining carbon economy will upturn the global order.
Getting greener mail trucks would help combat climate change — and all of the Postal Service’s competitors are doing it.
Another step towards sustainable energy across the U.S.
Inverters are now required to be ‘smart’ and perform certain grid assistance roles thanks to the updated IEEE code. But what's the status of the smart
Since the days of using fire and six simple machines, humans have progressed in our ability to harness energy. Electric power may be the crowning achieve...
The industry is working to provide an adequate amount of both energy and power at a reasonable cost.