Wired Wisdom – February 2024 – [The Energy & Sustainability Network Community Manager Digest]

Posted By: EN Todayon: February 16, 2024In: Climate Change News, General Energy News

Thank you for checking out the Grid Network Community Manager digest. This piece compiles important articles that concern different elements of sustainability, climate and emissions, electric vehicles, and the green side of the utility sector. The articles referred to in this piece are just a small smattering of the content posted on Energy Central, so make sure to check the rest of the site.

Get to Know Your Community Members – This Month’s Member Spotlight

Spotlight: Dave Bryant

What sets Energy Central apart from other online industry outlets is the true community-level feel. To highlight that aspect, this spot each month will feature a quick profile of one of your fellow Community Members for you to get to know and inspire you to reach out to them: leave a comment on their recent Energy Central content, follow their profile, and build a new connection in the industry!

Name and Title: Dave Bryant, Director Technology, CTC Global

Topics of Focus: Grid, Conductors, Transmission

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Top Content This Month

Why is Energy Storage Crucial for a Resilient Power Grid? by Rose Morrison

Delve into the evolving landscape of the U.S. power grid and discover why energy storage is pivotal for resilience, addressing threats from climate change to potential attacks. Explore the role of renewable energy, the vulnerabilities of current systems, and innovative solutions shaping the future of grid stability.

“The US power grid is evolving. Ensuring the nation has sufficient juice to run daily operations requires considering multiple factors, all of which concern keeping the lights on. Existing systems face new threats, from more powerful storms fueled by climate change to rising international tensions creating an increased threat of attacks. Energy storage is essential for providing people with lifesaving heat and keeping transportation running.”

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How the Inflation Reduction Act changed the world. This is Part 3 of 9 in our Series from Financial Times REPORT. ‘General Electric brings jobs back to America’ by Joe Luong

Explore how the Inflation Reduction Act is reshaping the economic and green landscape, ushering in a new era of ‘Green Nationalism’ and re-industrialization in the United States. With bipartisan support and a focus on renewable energy, the act marks a significant departure from decades of globalization policies, promising to bring jobs back to American heartlands and reshape global trade dynamics.

“How the Inflation Reduction Act changed Inflation Reduction Act the world. This is Part 3 of 9 in our Series from Financial Times REPORT. ‘General Electric brings jobs back to America'”

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Will The Implementation of Dynamic Line Rating Technology Aid in Increasing Transmission Conductor Capacity? by Chris Costanzo

Discover how the implementation of Dynamic Line Rating (DLR) technology intersects with the critical evaluation of overhead conductor connectors, offering potential solutions to increase transmission conductor capacity. As the North American electric grid faces challenges from aging infrastructure and increasing power demand, assessing and addressing the condition of connectors becomes paramount to prevent failures and disruptions, making DLR technology a potential game-changer in ensuring the reliability and efficiency of the grid.

“Evaluating the condition of overhead conductor connectors should play a vital role in determining the answer to that question.”

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Recent Q&A in the Community

Q: Commissioning MV cable systems is costly regardless what type of test you use. What type of tests do you use and how do you verify the results are accurate and meaningful??

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Q: In light of National Battery Day, let’s share energy storage success stories. How are you leveraging grid-tied batteries to maximum benefit?

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