The Washington Post

The U.S. may have a secret weapon against rising electricity prices

Imagine a restaurant open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week that always maintains a full staff. With the exception of weekend nights and the lunch rush, the restaurant will be empty a lot of the time. But ...
The New York Times

Senators Investigate Role of A.I. Data Centers in Rising Electricity Costs

Three Democrats are seeking information from tech firms about the growing energy use of data centers and the utility bills of individuals and other businesses. By Ivan Penn and Karen Weise Three ...
thecooldown

Homeowner reveals the off-grid setup that generates nearly 200% of his electricity use: 'Looks like a mini power station'

One of the best ways to learn more about solar energy and immerse yourself in the clean-energy community is to follow Reddit forums such as r/SolarDIY. In these subreddits, you can get tips for ...
Nasdaq

How Is Duke Energy Using Energy Storage to Build a More Reliable Grid?

Duke Energy DUK is increasingly leveraging energy storage technologies as a core part of its grid modernization strategy. By storing power during low-demand periods and deploying it during peak times, ...
pv magazine International

Oscal releases 2 kWh battery for home, off-grid, on-grid use

The Chinese company said its 2,016 Wh portable LiFePO₄ energy-storage system is expandable to 22,176 Wh with additional battery modules. It delivers 2,400 W output, offers 16 ports, app-based control, ...
NPR

The voting system we use can determine the election winner. Here's how

Ahead of Election Day tomorrow, millions of ballots are being cast in statewide, local and special elections. So, today, we're revisiting an episode asking: What would happen if the rules of our ...
WGRZ

National Grid using drones to find equipment issues

NIAGARA FALLS, N.Y. — National Grid has started using drones to help crews find problems with equipment. The drones help spot potential issues both before and after bad weather. Instead of having to ...
Grist

How EVs can fix the grid and lower your electric bill

Depending on whom you’re asking, renewable energy and electric vehicles will either destroy the grid or save it. The sun doesn’t always shine and the wind doesn’t always blow, true enough, while a gas ...
Oregonian

Dear Doctor: How do doctors calculate absolute risk reduction numbers when considering use of statins?

DEAR DR. ROACH: A cardiologist recently suggested that I should consider taking a statin because of my “borderline” cholesterol level. So, I took a dive into the details of statin therapy. I learned ...
T&D

Norwegian Grid Operator Lede to use AI- and Satellite-Based Vegetation Management Tool

Lede, Norway's grid operator, adopts StormGeo's GridEyes, an AI-powered satellite tool, to improve vegetation management and enhance grid resilience amid increasing extreme weather events. David ...
TechRepublic

AI Data Centers’ Soaring Energy Use: Who Pays for Higher Utilities Costs?

AI Data Centers’ Soaring Energy Use: Who Pays for Higher Utilities Costs? Your email has been sent The rising number of AI data centers in the US could drive utility costs higher and has put parts of ...
CBS News

N.Y. company is using batteries to reduce stress on power grid. Here's how the Responsible Grid pilot program works.

As the summer sun heats the streets and homes of New York City, it's no sweat for Addy Spiller and her dog to rest easy in their Upper West Side space. Spiller's is one of 65 households across the ...