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The National Electric Grid Is Ready for Retirement. What Do We Do?

Apr 10, 2025 - Lou Farrell

Blackouts and brownouts could become part of everyday life by 2026 unless we modernize the aging national electric grid.

Clean Energy Spotlight: How Do Wind Turbines Generate Electricity?

Aug 22, 2024 - Ellie Gabel

Throughout history, humans have relied on the wind to power critical processes like moving grain mills and pushing vessels across the seas. By the 19th century, scientists had developed the first turbines to convert this…

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Flow Batteries Can Power the Clean Energy Transition

Nov 26, 2023 - Ellie Gabel

Flow batteries could be the future. What makes them so revolutionary? More importantly, why isn’t anyone using them?

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6 Types of Smart Grid Technology

Nov 25, 2023 - Emily Newton

Smart grid technology is transforming the world’s energy infrastructure. What are the six main types of tech in next-gen grids?

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Are Floating Solar Panels Worth It? 6 Pros and Cons

Nov 22, 2023 - Ellie Gabel

Are floating solar panels a viable renewable energy solution? It’s possible, in the right circumstances. Here are the pros and cons.

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EV Battery Manufacturing: Challenges and Solutions

Nov 6, 2023 - Emily Newton

EV battery manufacturing is crucial for electrification initiatives, but it has some big supply chain issues. Are there solutions?