The Growth of Microgrids in the US In the past four years, the number of microgrids in the US has grown by 11%. These systems, often utilizing new infrastructure and clean energy sources, particularly benefit critical facilities connected to the primary grid. It’s important to mitigate the risks associated with conventional electrical grids while harnessing…
Zoning for DC Fast EV Chargers in Communities Local land-use choices play a crucial role in successfully and efficiently establishing a comprehensive network of electric vehicle (EV) chargers for public use. Additionally, the traditional approach to zoning for gas stations is no longer entirely applicable to the evolving world of vehicle fueling/powering infrastructure. The rapid…
Electrical Contractor Roles & Responsibilities Electrical contractors are essential to the construction and maintenance of both residential and commercial buildings, as they ensure the safe and efficient operation of electrical systems, ranging from basic lighting to complex network installations. Read on to discover more about this exciting career! What is an Electrical Contractor? Electrical contractors…
Green Building Trends to Watch The Center on Global Energy Policy reported that the worldwide buildings sector uses roughly 30 percent of energy for natural gas, electricity, heating, cooling, lighting, equipment, cooking, and more. Decarbonization is an important factor when it comes to the construction sector. With global warming on the rise, eco-friendly commercial buildings…
2023 Power Sector Trends The energy transition into clean energy has ramped up throughout the United States, bringing the Inflation Reduction Act – a variety of tax credits and other incentives – with it. Governments and corporations are motivated to implement decarbonization goals while driving renewable and energy storage options. However, some hiccups in the…
Tesla Electric Semi Completes 500-Mile Trip An all-electric class eight commercial truck that Tesla initially presented in 2017 has finally completed its first 500-mile trip with a full load. Slated to be in production in 2019, with 10,000 trucks made by 2022, the Tesla Semi production has been slow at best. Finally manufactured in October…