As more distributed energy resources (DER) — primarily solar — are connected to electric utility power distribution systems, the equipment that makes it all work safely and reliably is under ...

Distributed front-of-the-meter batteries can enhance capacity, defer infrastructure upgrades, and improve reliability through ...

Decarbonization efforts are rapidly reshaping the electric grid. Distribution systems no longer represent a passive load connected to a substation transformer. Each year brings new significant ...

No audio available for this content. NV5 Geospatial’s distribution network data shows pole usage. (Image: Nv5 Geospatial) Asset and vegetation management applications help utilities minimize risk and ...

As energy storage facilities (“ESFs”) are developed and deployed in the Northeast, questions about how ESFs will be charged for use of the electric distribution system while participating in wholesale ...

One of the most important technologies that substantially influence the quality of our lives and is vastly underappreciated is the ubiquitous battery. Whether it's the lead-acid batteries that start ...

Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... Xcel Energy is proposing to spend about $5 billion over the next five years to make sure the system that delivers power to homes and businesses can handle a ...