Developing the next generation of distribution automation tech with Switched Source | DTECH Interview Studio
At DTECH 2026, we sat down with Charlie Murray, CEO of Switched Source, to discuss how technologies like Switched Source’s can help defer large capital investments and maximize the efficiency of existing infrastructure.
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Is the MAGA movement warming up to solar? – This Week in Cleantech
On this episode of the This Week in Cleantech podcast, Evan Halper from the Washington Post discusses some MAGA figures who are warming to solar despite Donald Trump’s longstanding criticism of it.
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9 essential perspectives from DTECH 2026
DTECH 2026 showcases a variety of utility innovations, with a focus on practical AI applications that various industry sources covered from multiple perspectives
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Be sure to join us for this virtual broadcast of Caterpillar’s breakout session from DTECH. During this session, Caterpillar will explore how utilities can evolve structurally and culturally to meet rising demands. We’ll dive into topics like governance, talent, and operating models – discussing how utilities can innovate to reliably deliver in an era of…
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Right-sizing utility wildfire investments for smaller utilities
Smaller utilities face wildfire risks and liability but lack resources to expand programs. They must adopt baseline readiness strategies for safety.
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Smart city success starts with sharing data, but what’s next?
Municipal utility CPS Energy in San Antonio, Texas, promotes smart city initiatives through data-sharing and partnerships, enhancing infrastructure and community services.
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The evolution of energy with Hydro One’s Joe Zerdin | DTECH Interview Studio
Joe Zerdin of Hydro One discussed energy industry opportunities at DTECH in San Diego, California, emphasizing capacity and reliability challenges.
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Rethinking decarbonization markets – The invisible infrastructure and systems thinking paradox
The energy transition does not suffer from a lack of capital, ambition, or engineering capability. It suffers from a mismatch between physical and invisible infrastructure and a lack of systems design thinking, writes CleanCounts CEO Ben Gerber.
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Dropping a line: ‘Transformative’ $2.5B Puerto Rico power project includes new HVDC submarine interconnection cable
Caribbean Transmission Development Company has received a U.S. Department of Energy permit for Project Hostos, a $2.5 billion power project in Puerto Rico.
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Moving toward open standards and high-quality utility data with Landis+Gyr | DTECH Interview Studio
At DTECH 2026, we sat down with Doug Jeademann, VP, Research & Development, Americas at Landis+Gyr to discuss how utilities need insights that that span from the grid edge to enterprise, and how they also need a mindset change to look beyond billing data and adopt platforms that can deliver real-time situational awareness.
Clean energy bans ‘skyrocket’ – This Week in Cleantech
On this episode of the This Week in Cleantech podcast, Elizabeth Weise from USA Today discusses how clean energy bans are “skyrocketing” under the second Trump administration.
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$50 million worth of solar panels headed for ‘highly visible’ state lands in Maryland
The Maryland Department of Transportation will install $50 million in solar panels on state properties, funded by the Strategic Energy Investment Fund.
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Virginia targets surplus interconnection capacity in first-of-its-kind legislation
Virginia lawmakers have passed the FAST Act, establishing a pilot program for surplus interconnection capacity at solar facilities to expedite clean energy deployment.
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Eco Wave Power sets eyes on South Africa with ‘encouraging’ wave energy feasibility study
Eco Wave Power announced a feasibility study’s completion for a wave energy power station at the Port of Ngqura, South Africa, indicating 8.3 MW potential.
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NYPA upgrades first of 14 turbines in $1.1B Niagara modernization, digitization program
The New York Power Authority announced the return of the first upgraded turbine unit in Lewiston as part of its $1.1 billion modernization program.
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Judge orders changes to Columbia and Snake river dam operations to help ‘disappearing’ salmon
A federal judge in Oregon ordered changes to hydropower dam operations on the Columbia and Snake rivers to help salmon, stating the Trump administration’s plans would harm salmon runs.
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Record snow drought in Western US raises concern for a spring of water shortages and wildfires
A record snow drought with unprecedented heat is hitting most of the American West, depleting future water supplies for hydropower.
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Colorado River states miss deadline, compromise nowhere in sight
Nevada and six Colorado River states failed to reach a water-sharing agreement by a federal deadline, according to John Entsminger.
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Transfer of Spearfish Canyon hydro plant and funding for fish hatchery earn governor’s approval
South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden signed bills transferring a hydroelectric plant to the Spearfish Canyon Foundation and appropriating $8 million for a fish hatchery.
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Feds greenlight $2B pumped storage project on Yakama Nation sacred site
Federal energy regulators approved a $2 billion renewable energy project on Yakama Nation sacred land in Klickitat County, despite legal challenges.
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Warmer water in Lake Mead risks vital operations
Rising water temperatures in Lake Mead, driven by drought and climate change, challenge water treatment and hydropower operations, experts warn.
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Enverus to acquire AI-enabled design automation platform for utilities
Enverus will acquire Spatial Business Systems, enhancing utility engineering workflows with AI-driven design automation solutions.
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AES is going private in a $33B deal
The AES Corporation will be taken private by a consortium led by Global Infrastructure Partners and EQT in a $33 billion deal, expected to close in late 2026 or early 2027.
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How high-resolution outage and flood modeling improves utility response and grid restoration
Electric utilities face increased pressure to mitigate wildfire and weather risks across North America, requiring advanced modeling for grid impact assessment.
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Keeping cool: CHP systems and absorption chillers are a winning combo for data center developers
Microgrid developers that pair combined heat and power (CHP) systems with absorption chillers can enhance cooling efficiency and reduce costs, writes Xendee CTO Dr. Michael Stadler.
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Case study: The lights are on at PG&E to build a smarter, stronger, sustainable grid
As utilities face a “perfect storm” of explosive AI data center demand, rapid EV adoption, and urgent climate resilience needs, traditional, siloed methods of grid planning are breaking down, write contributors Marc Lamoureux at IFS Copperleaf and Wen Tu at PG&E.
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