Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

MIT Technology Review Explains: Let our writers untangle the complex, messy world of technology to help you understand what's coming next. You can read more from the series here. For more than a ...

Distributed energy resources (DERs) have become a major part of the power generation landscape, particularly in support of a ...

Modernizing the electric grid involves more than upgrading control systems with sophisticated software—it requires embedding sensors and automated controls across the entire system. It’s not only the ...

A historic legacy now translates to pioneering capabilities in electric grid technology at the Department of Energy's Oak ...

The need for robust emergency preparedness cannot be overstated in today’s world, where uncertainty is a constant companion. Whether due to natural disasters, unexpected infrastructure failures, or ...

The U.S. transmission and distribution (T&D) network is reliable and well-maintained, but as renewable energy continues being added to the grid, and demand increases due to growing data center needs ...

PG&E is modernizing its substation automation to improve reliability, cybersecurity, and integration with renewable energy sources. The upgrade focuses on replacing outdated RTUs with modular, ...

The impetus for change in monopoly electric systems has ebbed and flowed for over three decades. Over the past 15 years the interest in and ability to update electricity system technologies has grown, ...

Off-grid solar systems generate and store power wherever the sun shines, making them a great green update to your home. Today, lots of one-stop-shop companies offer all the equipment, warranties and ...