Grid Security & Reliability
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5.2 GW of solar resources at higher risk of tripping offline during grid disturbance: NERC
“Potential reliability gaps exist" when recommended practices are not implemented, said Ryan Quint, director of engineering and security integration at the North American Electric Reliability Corp.
By Robert Walton • Dec. 4, 2023 -
FERC rejects SPP winter resource adequacy proposal over lack of teeth
“Without an expected availability requirement for the winter season, there is a risk that capacity calculations could be inflated, giving a false impression of resource adequacy and grid resilience,” FERC said Thursday.
By Ethan Howland • Dec. 1, 2023 -
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bombermoon via Getty ImagesTrendlineThe Utility Dive Outlook on 2023
2023 promises to be another busy year for the U.S. energy transition as stakeholders move to implement new clean energy measures while tackling growing security, reliability, equity and affordability challenges.
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NARUC launches initiative to enhance gas-electric sector coordination, boost grid reliability
Electric generators are “more reliant than ever” on natural gas, and the National Association of Regulatory Utility Commissioners has launched a 15-month effort to improve coordination between the sectors.
By Robert Walton • Nov. 28, 2023 -
Sponsored by Eagle Eye Power Solutions
Navigating the currents of compliance: How to prepare for NERC PRC-005-6 and TPL-001-5
Prepared for critical NERC compliance standards that will affect your utility business? Make sure you are to avoid costly outages and fines.
Nov. 27, 2023 -
Sponsored by ScottMadden
Integrated system planning — starting the journey
Decarbonization and clean energy commitments are driving ever-increasing complexity in utility infrastructure planning.
By Cristin Lyons and Stephen Haubrich • Nov. 27, 2023 -
FERC projects 5% drop in winter power prices in PJM, New York and Southeast
Led by solar, installed U.S. capacity increased by 35 GW from a year ago to 1,223 GW, and battery storage is expected to surge to 10 GW from 4 GW in the same period, according to FERC’s winter assessment report.
By Ethan Howland • Nov. 17, 2023 -
NERC’s simulated grid attack revealed 1 way the pandemic helped boost power-sector security
Simulated nation-state hackers, physical threats and supply-chain complications were part of the North American Electric Reliability Corp.'s biennial grid attack exercise this week.
By Robert Walton • Nov. 17, 2023 -
Opinion
It’s past time for FERC to assess if the US needs more gas infrastructure
If we build gas infrastructure blindly, one thing is certain: Rates we pay for energy will be neither just nor reasonable.
By Burçin Ünel and Jennifer Danis • Nov. 14, 2023 -
Sponsored by Copper Labs
In the fight against energy poverty, utilities should make the most of consumption data
Energy insecurity has ramifications for health, safety, and customer equity. In the near-term, multiple opportunities exist for utilities to increase transparency, improve bill predictability, and provide personalized insights and support.
Nov. 13, 2023 -
Sponsored by Franklin Electric
The O&M benefits of continuous battery monitoring
Advances in battery technologies offer utilities substantial operations and maintenance (O&M) benefits.
Nov. 13, 2023 -
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US grid rules preclude reliability, security benefits of cloud computing, experts warn
Incorporating new technologies into critical infrastructure protection standards can be “painful and time consuming,” said Joseph Mosher, portfolio manager at EDF Renewables.
By Robert Walton • Nov. 10, 2023 -
ISO New England proposes 1-year delay to 2025 forward capacity auction
The New England grid operator told regulators it must complete an analysis of the region’s constrained natural gas system in order to “accurately value the reliability contributions of all resources.”
By Robert Walton • Nov. 7, 2023 -
Regional transmission needs greatest in ERCOT, MISO, SPP: DOE
The Department of Energy sees major benefits in more interregional transmission capacity between the Southwest Power Pool and the Midcontinent grid operator, and between New York and New England.
By Ethan Howland • Oct. 31, 2023 -
DOE picks National Grid, Berkshire Hathaway, Grid United transmission projects in first capacity buys
The planned transmission projects in New England and the West could carry 3.7 GW of clean energy while bolstering grid resilience, DOE said Monday.
By Ethan Howland • Oct. 30, 2023 -
Opinion
Key lessons for an economical and reliable path to a 100% clean electricity system
While the near- and mid-term path to reach an 80%-90% clean system is relatively clear, the technological mix of the final leg is still highly uncertain.
By Derek Stenclik and Priya Sreedharan • Oct. 27, 2023 -
Rhizome launches AI platform to boost power grid resilience amid extreme weather
The startup says its platform draws on national lab research, building information and machine learning tools to place “a value of resilience” on proposed grid investments.
By Joe Burns • Oct. 26, 2023 -
Bloom Energy, Google, others back microgrid tax credit extension
The push for the microgrid controller investment tax credit extension comes amid growth but also emerging challenges for the sector.
By Ethan Howland • Oct. 25, 2023 -
AI is enhancing electric grids, but surging energy use and security risks are key concerns
The power demands of artificial intelligence could grow almost fivefold by 2028, said Sreedhar Sistu, vice president of artificial intelligence offers for Schneider Electric.
By Robert Walton • Oct. 23, 2023 -
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Sponsored by AmpacimonProactive asset health management in the age of renewables, EVs and unprecedented demand
Utilities Can Save Millions in O&M, Maximize Reliability and Increase the Lifetime Value of Grid Assets Through Monitoring, Analytics and Proactive Maintenance.
By Brian Berry, Chief Product Officer, Ampacimon • Oct. 23, 2023 -
Sponsored by Technosylva
Wildfire risk and public safety power shutoffs
Wildfires are becoming more frequent and severe, posing a major challenge for electric utilities.
By David Buckley, COO, Technosylva • Oct. 23, 2023 -
FERC directs NERC to draft reliability standards for wind, solar and storage
With inverter-based resources occasionally tripping offline, the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission on Oct. 19 ordered that new reliability standards take effect by the end of the decade.
By Ethan Howland • Oct. 20, 2023 -
DOE announces ‘largest-ever investment in America’s grid,’ giving $3.5B across 44 states
The first round of funding under the Grid Resilience and Innovation Partnerships program will boost U.S. renewable capacity by more than 10% within this decade, said DOE officials.
By Robert Walton • Oct. 19, 2023 -
Entergy New Orleans announces $1B grid-hardening effort
Entergy contends its 10-year plan would slash outage times and storm restoration costs.
By Ethan Howland • Oct. 18, 2023 -
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Sponsored by TransectShining light on solar: Harnessing AI to measure its social impact
When we think of protests for new energy systems, our minds initially go to fossil fuels. Rarely do solar PV (Photovoltaic) arrays come to mind.
Oct. 16, 2023 -
Opinion
As EV cyber risks rise, careful procurement planning can prevent headaches
Companies need to take a hard look at the cybersecurity risks in their supply chains, contract for the right protections and build their facilities securely from the ground up.
By Arjun Ramadevanahalli • Oct. 12, 2023