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Disaster Response and Mutual Aid
Noting that more than half of the power outages in the U.S. are estimated to have occurred from severe storms, an Electric Power Research Institute study explores the application of a novel machine learning method to reproduce historical tornado patterns and project future tornado activity.
Energy Storage
To investigate the future possibilities of battery storage, the Indiana Municipal Power Agency on March 12 said it plans to launch a battery storage pilot project at its Richmond 6 Solar Park later this year.
Generation
Rep. Dan Newhouse (R-WA) recently introduced three pieces of legislation in support of hydropower.
Generation
The Kerrville City Council unanimously approved funding for the Kerrville Public Utility Board’s (KPUB) proposed natural gas-fired power generation facility, marking a significant milestone in the utility’s strategic plan to provide long-term cost stability for customers.
Disaster Response and Mutual Aid
Volunteers recently met at the Delaware Municipal Electric Corporation offices for an informational session to help them prepare them for when they journey to the Navajo Nation at the end of April to take part in Light Up Navajo VI.
Community Engagement
In late February, Vermont public power utility Stowe Electric Department hosted officials from the Vermont Public Service Department as part of Governor Phil Scott’s "Capital for a Day" tour of Lamoille County, Vt.
Grid Modernization
APPA is seeking nominations for one open position on the Smart Energy Provider (SEP) Program Review Panel.
Community Engagement
Holyoke Gas & Electric recently detailed how the Massachusetts public power utility is continuing to evaluate residential fiber for its customers.
Community Engagement
MEAG Power on March 18 celebrated the 50th anniversary of its founding.
Generation
U.S. Department of Energy Secretary Chris Wright on March 17 announced the release of the second loan disbursement to Holtec for the Palisades Nuclear Plant.