Thank you for checking out the Grid Network Community Manager digest. This piece compiles important articles that concern different elements of grid technology, transmission & distribution infrastructure, and the evolving way that power is being delivered to customers. 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: Corey Fenwick
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: Communications Contractor, DOE
Topics of Focus: U.S. Department of Energy
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Top Content This Month
Modernizing the Grid for the Future is a Shared Goal by Anders Sjoelin
Modernizing the grid is a shared goal that will shape the future of energy. This article explores the collaborative efforts driving grid innovation and what it means for reliability, sustainability, and resilience.
“There have been a number of recent articles that compare how different states approach grid modernization and how these investments hold up in the face of severe weather events.”
Read the full article and leave a comment or question for the author here
Clean Energy 101: How Batteries Can Support Grid Reliability by Jody Janson
Batteries are becoming key players in supporting grid reliability and clean energy integration. Learn how energy storage solutions are paving the way for a more resilient and sustainable power grid.
“Our electric grid is the “beating heart” of our modern economy and society, so it is vital to ensure it operates smoothly. There are a lot of challenges confronting electric grid reliability today, including unprecedented extreme weather events and rising failures in thermal generation plants. “
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How to Solve the Energy Transmission Pain Points by Ron Miller
Addressing energy transmission pain points is critical for a more efficient power system. This article delves into the innovative solutions aimed at overcoming the challenges in energy transmission and ensuring a reliable grid.
“The energy sector is alive these days with lots of change, opportunities, and yes, challenges. As we add energy generation from solar, wind, geothermal, hydro, nuclear, and natural gas, the industry must ultimately deliver this new energy to its end user customers who depend upon the grid to complete the transaction.”
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Recent Q&A in the Community
Q: Do you know the utilities and ISO’s who are sponsoring the large high voltage transmission projects in the U.S.?
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Q: Gigawatt-scale data centers are transmission type connections, is the USA ready for such transmission expansion? And will we force data centers co-located with large generation stations?
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Q: With all the problems associated with lack of enough generation and T&D, how much more short and long term energy storage plants will be needed and where are the best locations for them?
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Relevant Recent Episodes of the Energy Central Power Perspectives Podcast
Episode #176: “From Gas to Grid on the Energy Transition” with Aaron Choo, Vice President of Gas Network Operations at National Grid [an Energy Central Power Perspectives™ Podcast]
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Episode #175: “Safeguarding Today’s Grid from Modern Threats” with Brian Harrell, Vice President and Chief Security Officer at AVANGRID [an Energy Central Power Perspectives™ Podcast]
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