Once electricity is generated -- whether by burning fossil fuels; through nuclear fission; or by harnessing wind, solar, geothermal, or hydro energy -- it is generally sent through high-voltage, high-capacity transmission lines to local electricity distributors.
A new report looks at the tremendous potential to generate clean hydroelectric energy at existing dams across the U.S.
Monitoring the impact of this week's solar storm to the nation’s electric grid.
“Really anyone who likes science or math, we’ve probably got a job for you,” said Justin Johnson, Senior Director of Engineering at Oncor, one of the country’s largest transmission and distribution utilities based in Dallas, Texas. Find out more about the exciting career opportunities smart grid technology is offering.
The Power Marketing Administrations have a crucial role to play as America transitions to a clean energy economy – and a stronger, more reliable, more efficient electricity grid that will benefit all Americans.
Find out how new power lines may now require fewer towers per mile, reducing their environmental footprint and price, which in turn helps minimize costs for electric consumers.