Transmission & Distribution: Page 155


  • PSE&G battles N.J. businesses over $3.9B grid plan

    The $3.9 billion plan is a response to Superstorm Sandy.

    By Rod Kuckro • Oct. 18, 2013
  • U.S. power grids will be unified by 2016, Tres Amigas says

    The company's superhub project would unite the nation's three power grids.

    By Rod Kuckro • Oct. 17, 2013
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    AI in the Power Sector

    Artificial intelligence is uniquely positioned to impact the electricity industry from both ends: as the technology driving large load demand growth and as a tool with the potential to make the power system more efficient. 

    By Utility Dive staff
  • Power outage strikes playoff baseball game

    Power was restored within seconds, but stadium lights took another 17 minutes to warm up. 

    By Davide Savenije • Oct. 16, 2013
  • Federal agents make arrest in Ark. grid attacks

    The suspect could face up to 20 years in prison.

    By Rod Kuckro • Oct. 14, 2013
  • No escape from reality: This week's most read utility news

    Is this real life? Take a look at our most read news of the week and find out. 

    By Davide Savenije • Oct. 11, 2013
  • Donald Trump threatens to sue Florida Power & Light

    Trump called FPL "one of the worst" utilities in the country.

    By Davide Savenije • Oct. 9, 2013
  • Smart grid equals big savings for customers, study finds

    A new report is intended to bolster the business case for grid investment.

    By Rod Kuckro • Oct. 9, 2013
  • Welcome to the brave new world of the 'grid edge'

    The new term is meant to reflect the evolution towards distributed generation.

    By Rod Kuckro • Oct. 8, 2013
  • Despite unpaid bills, utilities can't pull the plug on government

    The shutdown federal government has promised to pay its utility bills... eventually.

    By Rod Kuckro • Oct. 8, 2013
  • Supreme Court spurns utilities in telecom clash

    Utilities say rules that allow telecommunications companies to pay low rates for utility pole attachments will cost ratepayers millions.

    By Rod Kuckro • Oct. 8, 2013
  • FBI investigating Ark. grid attacks

    The FBI and ATF are offering a reward for information regarding attacks on a substation and power lines.

    By Rod Kuckro • Oct. 7, 2013
  • Power quality worsens as UK renewables share rises

    An increased reliance on renewables is causing lights to flicker across Europe.

    By Rod Kuckro • Oct. 7, 2013
  • You've got to be kidding me: This week's most read utility news

    From Ikea's rooftop solar game-changer to the entirely absurd government shutdown, here's what you need to know about one of the craziest weeks in recent memory. 

    By Davide Savenije • Oct. 4, 2013
  • ATC plots $3.6B Midwest grid investment

    News lines would ease congestion and keep prices in check.

    By Rod Kuckro • Oct. 4, 2013
  • Karen is coming—are utilities ready?

    So far, hurricane season has been quiet. Too quiet. 

    By Davide Savenije • Oct. 3, 2013
  • The carbon capture controversy: This week's most read utility news

    If carbon capture couldn't make it in Norway, why does the EPA think it could work in the U.S.?

    By Davide Savenije • Sept. 27, 2013
  • What are utilities doing to prevent outages from storms like Sandy?

    Utilities are sharing best practices to handle major outages.

    By Rod Kuckro • Sept. 27, 2013
  • AEP unit to invest $337M in transmission infrastructure

    The project would replace facilities dating back to the 1920s.

    By Rod Kuckro • Sept. 27, 2013
  • No new power lines needed for more renewables in Western U.S.

    Change in operational practices is key to avoiding expensive new lines.

    By Rod Kuckro • Sept. 26, 2013
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    $5.6B NV Energy sale approved by shareholders

    Berkshire Hathaway's MidAmerican Energy is one step closer to finishing the acquisition.

    By Sept. 25, 2013
  • Duke Energy Carolinas gets its new rate hike

    Depending on who you talk to, the $205 million in extra cash it provides is either too much or not enough.

    By Sept. 25, 2013
  • Utilities use social media to connect with customers

    Technologies help keep customers informed during power outages.

    By Rod Kuckro • Sept. 25, 2013
  • NIST moving ahead on White House cybersecurity order

    Electric utilities will be encouraged to follow the cybersecurity guidelines.

    By Rod Kuckro • Sept. 25, 2013
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    Deep Dive

    5 new books about the grid that utility professionals need to see

    From hard research on the history of renewables to a former senator's new novel, here are some new releases that you should consider for your after-work reading list.

    By Sept. 24, 2013
  • Entergy files new plan in Texas to transfer grid assets to ITC

    The new proposal addresses concerns brought up by Texas regulators.

    By Rod Kuckro • Sept. 24, 2013