microgrid

City of Chattanooga, EPB Announce Completion of Microgrid

The City of Chattanooga, Tenn., and the city’s public power utility EPB on May 25 marked the completion of a microgrid in Chattanooga.
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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.
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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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