nuke

Benefits of Small Modular Reactors Underscored by Rising Reliability Threats

As the threats to the resilience and reliability of the electric power grid caused by extreme weather events rise, the advantages of small modular reactors are becoming more apparent.
grid

PJM Interconnection Issues Hot Weather Alert Through July 13

The PJM Interconnection on July 11 extended a Hot Weather Alert for its Mid-Atlantic and Southern regions through July 13 ahead of anticipated temperatures above 90 degrees.
grid

Pasadena Water and Power Expands Energy Portfolio With 25 MW of Geothermal Energy

California public power utility Pasadena Water and Power is expanding its energy portfolio with 25 megawatts of geothermal energy.
grid

Eugene Water & Electric Board Plans to Rebuild 10 Substations in Next Decade

The Eugene Water & Electric Board is ramping up to rebuild 10 substations in the next decade and the rebuild effort has begun with the Currin Substation.
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Grid Modernization

Broadband Funding Opportunities for Public Power

Part three of three. Get an overview of the BEAD program and other federal broadband funding opportunities available to public power utilities to extend broadband service to underserved areas and guidance on how to position your project for funding under these programs.
July 27, 2023
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Grid Modernization

Establishing Partnerships for Broadband Service

Part two of three. Explore the potential benefits, challenges, and risks of partnerships for public power utilities. Take a closer look at the key legal and strategic considerations affecting such partnerships and review potential implementation and governance snags.
July 20, 2023
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Grid Modernization

Broadband Basics for Public Power

Part one of three. Get a foundation of the pros, cons, and practicalities of having your public power utility enter the broadband arena. Review the legal and regulatory basics of providing broadband service under various levels and different models of incorporating broadband services with your
July 13, 2023
grid

Initial Results from Study Show Relatively Low Risk for New England Winter Energy Shortfall

Preliminary results from a first-of-its-kind study examining how New England’s electric power system would fare under stressful weather and operational conditions show the chances for an energy shortfall are relatively low in winter 2027, the first season studied, ISO New England said on May 22
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Supreme Court Issues Major Decision Related to Clean Water Act

The U.S. Supreme Court on May 25 issued a decision that involves the scope of the Clean Water Act and, more specifically, whether an appeals court set forth the proper test for determining whether wetlands are “waters of the United States” under the CWA.