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Smart grid energy storage innovation: New AES storage "operating system"

Smart grid, smart grid technology, energy storage, smart grid innovation, electric utilities
The announcement by AES Energy Storage of its new "operating system" for energy storage pledges that it gives utilities the ability to wring maximum performance and efficiency out of their installations without being tied to one type of technology. The AES system also allows utilities to customize their storage systems for different uses – and that means multiple value streams.

How New York's power past points to our power future

Smart grid, smart grid technology, energy infrastructure, electric grid and economic development
The city of New York has launched an exhibit displaying 300 years of its energy history, but its significance lies well beyond an interesting installation to look at. It underscores the importance of the link between a healthy energy infrastructure and a prosperous, growing economy.

Illinois smart grid fistfight continues - Governor knocked down again

Smart grid, smart grid projects, grid upgrades, policy and regulation, ComEd, Ameren, electric utilities
We keep hoping to see the last chapter in the convoluted Illinois smart grid story. Could this be it? Both houses of the state legislature this week overrode Gov. Pat Quinn's veto of a bill that will allow ComEd and Ameren to resume smart grid upgrades knowing that they will be compensated for their efforts.

The smart grid revolution starts... tomorrow?

Smart grid, smart grid technology, smart grid trends, smart grid strategy, renewables, energy storage
Is the smart grid initiative on the verge of a major transformation? Read the story to find out why a leading manufacturing company's CEO thinks the time is right for the electric industry to merge with other sectors to meet challenges of grid modernization like intermittent renewables and energy storage.

Utilities to FERC: We don't need your security measures, but thanks

Smart grid, smart grid security, cybersecurity, cyberattacks, electric utilities, smart grid strategy
Considering the widespread news coverage, including our own, on the increasing number of cyberattacks against electric utilities, survey results that show few are taking measures to defend themselves against the Stuxnet virus are mystifying. Get the details inside.

U.S. plug-in EV milestone: 100,000 sold

Smart grid, smart grid technology, electric transportation, plug-in EVs, EV markets and pricing
Plug In America, a plug-in EV advocacy group, said the number of the cars sold would reach 100,000 this week – a number the organization sees as a milestone. It's based on published reports of EV sales.

DOE awards $1.4 million to train future synchrophasor engineers

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Projects at seven colleges and universities around the U.S. will receive awards from the Department of Energy to better prepare the electricity industry workforce of the future in synchrophasor technology. Click for details on this new program and which schools will be involved.

Chinese army resumes attacks against power grid

Smart grid, smart grid security, cybersecurity, electricity infrastructure, cyber attacks, smart grid strategy
Smart Grid News has reported frequently on stepped up cyber attacks against U.S. energy infrastructure. According to a Pentagon report, China's military has been behind a number of attacks for several years – and is back at it after a three-month lull.

First-ever military microgrid demonstration marks next phase in the market

Smart grid, smart grid technology, microgrids, renewable energy, energy storage, U.S. military investments, Department of Defense
The U.S. military has been a leading force in renewables for some time as it has embraced and invested heavily in smart grid technologies. Now the U.S. Army and Lockheed Martin have launched the DOD's first grid-connected microgrid, incorporating renewables and energy storage.

National Grid makes sustainability hub part of its smart grid pilot

Smart grid, smart grid projects, metering, consumer engagement, smart grid pilots, electric utilities, National Grid
National Grid plans to add a Sustainability Hub to its smart grid pilot in Worcester, MA to help educate customers and the community about energy efficiency and emerging technologies. National Grid has gone a long way to get and keep customers involved in the project from the very beginning.

Smart grid success tactics: 70% of Americans favor infrastructure investments for security

Smart grid, smart grid security, electric infrastructure, electric utilities, smart grid strategy
A new poll has found that a majority of Americans – 70% – support infrastructure investment in national security. What does that tell us? That we should be making the connection between the smart grid initiative and national security clear to ratepayers and regulators.

Senate confirms Moniz as DOE head in unanimous vote

Smart grid, Department of Energy, policy and regulation, Ernest Moniz, Ernest Moniz confirmation vote
After weeks of delay, the U.S. Senate confirmed physicist Ernest Moniz, President Obama's nominee, as head of the Energy Department Thursday in what was an unusual and surprising unanimous vote considering the political climate in Washington, D.C. We share some reactions from energy industry and environmental groups.

Maryland scopes out the utility of the future

Smart grid, smart grid technology, electric utilities, utilities of the future, grid modernization, Energy Future Coalition
The Energy Future Coalition and the state of Maryland have issued the first report from their Utility 2.0 project on what should be considered in the development of utilities of the future. It offers specifics on key issues, from reliability and grid modernization to customer choice and regulatory changes.

Why Scotland may be the smart grid's next center of gravity

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Scotland has been extremely aggressive in its initiatives to develop a thoroughly optimized smart grid and as much renewable energy as possible. Now the country has its own world-class research center that will tackle transmission line loss and other challenging issues.

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