Texas Coal Plant Will Convert to Solar Plus Storage with Help of Fed Funding
San Miguel Electric Cooperative Inc. (SMECI), a not-for-profit generation and transmission rural electric cooperative located in Atascosa County, Texas, was awarded more than $1.4 billion through the U.S. Department of […] The post Texas Coal Plant Will Convert to Solar Plus Storage with Help of Fed Funding appeared first on POWER Magazine.
How Successful SCADA Implementation Improves Efficiency, Uptime, and Safety
Boiler systems play a crucial role across industrial, institutional, commercial, and other large-scale facilities. The systems are often complex and require meticulous oversight to ensure optimal performance and safety. This […] The post How Successful SCADA Implementation Improves Efficiency, Uptime, and Safety appeared first on POWER Magazine.
The Incoming Administration Must Focus on Cybersecurity Policies That Protect the Energy Sector
COMMENTARY As the incoming administration prepares its list of priorities once President-elect Trump is sworn in for a second term on Jan. 20, 2025, it is a national security imperative […] The post The Incoming Administration Must Focus on Cybersecurity Policies That Protect the Energy Sector appeared first on POWER Magazine.
Why Power Companies Are Turning to Refurbished Parts for Plant System Upgrades
Amid growing pressure to optimize costs, dependability, and green initiatives, some power companies are beginning to reconsider their approaches to upgrading dated equipment. Refurbished elements provide a viable option to […] The post Why Power Companies Are Turning to Refurbished Parts for Plant System Upgrades appeared first on POWER Magazine.
AI-Driven Big Data Platform Revolutionizes Power Plant Operations
The surge in adoption of renewable energy driven by carbon neutrality policies has created operational challenges for large thermal power plants. These plants must now accommodate rapid load fluctuations and […] The post AI-Driven Big Data Platform Revolutionizes Power Plant Operations appeared first on POWER Magazine.
Digital Sensor Provides Greater Asset Management Capability for Transformers
ABB Electrification Service recently launched a digital monitoring solution for power and distribution transformers that it says will enhance performance, reliability, and availability of equipment. The transformer sensor is reportedly […] The post Digital Sensor Provides Greater Asset Management Capability for Transformers appeared first on POWER Magazine.
Takeaways from 2024’s Biggest Outage Events
In an era when utilities and power generators rely on digital information technology (IT) infrastructure to help manage oversight of plant operations, ensuring uptime has never been more essential. Unfortunately, […] The post Takeaways from 2024’s Biggest Outage Events appeared first on POWER Magazine.
