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LLNL project uses distributed energy resources to help power grid resiliency
A new initiative aiming to utilize the benefits of distributed energy resources (DERs), such as customer-produced solar energy for restoration and recovery purposes after severe storms, was recently launched by researchers at the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL). Led by LLNL research... Read More »Energy Secretary Perry directs FERC to act on rule to boost electric grid resiliency
U.S. Department of Energy Secretary Rick Perry pushed the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) on Friday to finalize a rule to ensure “just and reasonable rates” for wholesale electricity sales to help support electrical grid resiliency. In a notice of proposed rulemaking, Perry direc... Read More »FEMA works to restore power in Puerto Rico after hurricane, major challenges remain
More than one week after Hurricane Maria ravaged Puerto Rico, the island is still without power as the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) works to restore power, and stabilize critical infrastructure. So far, 24 people in Puerto Rico have died due to the category 4 hurricane, which hit Se... Read More »Con Edison makes investment in clean energy
New York-based energy company Consolidated Edison will continue to expand its footprint in clean energy, with plans to invest $1.25 billion in renewable energy production facilities over the next three years. The company – which provides energy for New York City, Westchester, Orange, and Rockla... Read More »Kevin Barker