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Grid Modernization
A spark in the electric world is often something to be avoided, except when it comes to sparking innovative ideas or practices. Yet there can still be a hesitancy to move forward or try out an idea, technology, or process just because there hasn’t been much history of its application by utilities
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Grid Modernization
A look at how public power providers are involved in efforts to make the electric grid more resilient and who they are working with to make the projects a reality.
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Security
Considerations and strategies for keeping formal relationships – whether with vendors or other collaborators – from going sour.
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Workforce
How public power utilities have teamed up with local schools and other organizations to support a pipeline of potential talent and boost energy literacy.
Photos from Franklin PUD and Oconto Falls Municipal Utilities from community events
Community Engagement
How three public power providers have worked with local groups to showcase a shared commitment to the community.
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Grid Modernization
View this map to see how much funding states and territories have for grid resilience projects, and highlights of some of the public power projects funded through the Department of Energy.