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Smart Grid


Implications of smart grid development, projects, and policies for the power industry

Peak Shaving in Energy Storage: Balancing Demand, Savings, and Sustainability

Energy consumption is continually escalating at a remarkable rate, with current statistics showcasing the gravity of the situation. Global energy demand has risen by approximately 50% over the past two…



Enhancing Energy Asset Performance: Confronting the Energy Challenges of the 21st Century

The energy sector has been characterized in recent years by a crisis that affects the globe. As fossil fuel-based energy production decreases in popularity due to its negative effects on…


Maximizing the Potential of Automated Metering

The writer Lewis Carroll famously said, “If you don’t know where you are going, any road will take you there.” Well, the road the utility industry is currently on is…


Power to the People: Microgrid Gives Community Control of Its Energy

  A residential development in Florida provides a model for the future of grid modernization, showcasing reliability and resiliency. Community microgrids provide a new approach to the design and operation…


TECO Achieves Highly Reliable Power Grid Service with Advanced Technology

  Tampa Electric Company (TECO) has enhanced its power system operation through the adoption of advanced technology. Its pioneering culture and the benefits obtained with these new innovative tools have…


How Utilities Can Achieve Automated, Condition-Based Grid Maintenance to Boost Safety and Grid Reliability

Site safety, equipment reliability, and a balanced budget from smooth operations are the cornerstones of a successful power grid. Today’s utility companies face immense challenges with current equipment monitoring practices,…