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Feb 21, 2025
Why a Renewable Project Is Only as Good as Its Collector Station
Collector stations consolidate and transmit renewable energy, but grid integration challenges remain. Advancements in technology are improving efficiency, requiring continued innovation for large-scale adoption.
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Apr 11, 2025
The Arresting Factor - IBRs and impact on station voltage during faults
The power industry faces challenges integrating solar, wind, and BESS sites, especially with sourcing voltage arrestors. Solutions are needed to ensure smooth project execution and avoid costly pitfalls.
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Mar 21, 2025
Could Underground Transmission Prevent California Wildfires?
California is considering underground power lines to reduce wildfires caused by sparks from overhead transmission. Though expensive, the move could prevent future disasters and save recovery costs.
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Mar 21, 2025
Underground Transmission in the Southeast Costs and Benefits
As hurricane season nears, the debate over underground power transmission in the Southeast reignites. While the benefits during storms are clear, high costs and challenging terrain make the investment a tough sell.
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Feb 21, 2025
Why a Renewable Project Is Only as Good as Its Collector Station
Collector stations consolidate and transmit renewable energy, but grid integration challenges remain. Advancements in technology are improving efficiency, requiring continued innovation for large-scale adoption.
Read More Why a Renewable Project Is Only as Good as Its Collector Station
Feb 21, 2025
The Challenges of Powering Data Centers With Renewable Energy
Rising digital demand strains power infrastructure, making renewables a key solution for data centers. Challenges like intermittency, storage, and grid integration remain, but industry leaders, including Commonwealth, are driving solutions for a sustainable future.
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Jan 21, 2025
Lawsuit Contends That Nuclear Power Generation Should Be Cheaper
A lawsuit in Texas challenges the NRC's costly and slow licensing process for nuclear plants, arguing it hinders new reactor development. If successful, it could boost nuclear power as a reliable, eco-friendly energy alternative.
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