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A 'local electricity market': Rooftop panels, EV chargers, and smart thermostats could boost power grid resilience

TechXplore

There's a lot of untapped potential in our homes and vehicles that could be harnessed to reinforce local power grids and make them more resilient to unforeseen outages, a new study shows.

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For a clean, resilient grid, look to EV infrastructure

GreenBiz

For a clean, resilient grid, look to EV infrastructure. Electric vehicle charging infrastructure could provide a major benefit — boosting both clean energy and resiliency — for the power grid. That's where EVs can discharge electricity back onto the power grid in an exchange with utilities.

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As surging threats teeter electrical power grids, scientists offer insights to make them more resilient

TechXplore

Power grids—the web of electrical networks that sprawl across countries and continents—are under stress. Although these high-impact events can be very damaging, often overlooked is the impact of minor disruptions that trigger a domino effect throughout the system, according to a study analyzing European power blackouts.

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Exploring the resilience of the Texas power grid against extreme weather conditions

TechXplore

The Gulf Coast of the United States is often hit by tropical cyclones (TCs), hurricanes and other extreme weather phenomena, which can cause widespread electricity outages. Climate change and global warming are expected to increase the risk of these events occurring, which could significantly disrupt activities in the area.

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Planning for a Reliable and Resilient Electric Power Grid

POWER Magazine

In other […] The post Planning for a Reliable and Resilient Electric Power Grid appeared first on POWER Magazine. In the U.S.,

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How JFK’s New Microgrid Will Reduce Emissions and Boost Resilience

GreenBiz

Date/Time: March 30, 2023 (1-2PM ET / 10-11AM PT) Schneider Electric and its joint venture AlphaStruxure are illuminating a new pathway to decarbonizing air transportation at the New Terminal One (NTO) at John F. Kennedy International Airport.

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How AI Data Centers Are Quietly Wreaking Havoc on Your Power Grid

Hydrogen Fuel News

The Unseen Electrical Problem Affecting Household Appliances Imagine your refrigerator suddenly working harder than it should, using more electricity, and wearing out faster. Or envision your dishwasher struggling through its cycles due to subtle yet persistent electrical stress. This isnt science fiction.