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Scientists put forth a smarter way to protect a smarter grid

There's a down side to "smart" devices: They can be hacked.

Mar 4, 2024

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ChatGrid: A new generative AI tool for power grid visualization

Every minute of every day, grid operators monitor the ebb and flow of electricity from generators to substations to homes, businesses, schools, hospitals and more. They make sure that the supply of electricity matches the ...

Feb 22, 2024

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Accelerated renewable energy deployment, energy storage needed for a resilient power grid in Puerto Rico

With a lot of solar and wind power, energy storage, and advanced extreme weather impact modeling, Puerto Rico could achieve a 100% renewable power grid by 2050. These and other recommendations are the results of the "Puerto ...

Feb 8, 2024

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Motivation behind energy-efficient upgrades differs by location

With several billion dollars available from the Inflation Reduction Act for upgrades to increase energy efficiency of the home, now is the time for consumers to take advantage of federal government subsidies that will help ...

Dec 29, 2023

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More range for electric vehicle batteries on the horizon

A seemingly simple shift in lithium-ion battery manufacturing could pay big dividends, improving electric vehicles' (EV) ability to store more energy per charge and to withstand more charging cycles, according to new research ...

Dec 13, 2023

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'Energy droughts' in wind and solar can last nearly a week, research shows

Solar and wind power may be free, renewable fuels, but they also depend on natural processes that humans cannot control. It's one thing to acknowledge the risks that come with renewable energy: the sun doesn't always shine ...

Dec 11, 2023

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Want better AI? Get input from a real (human) expert

Can AI be trusted? The question pops up wherever AI is used or discussed—which, these days, is everywhere.

Nov 20, 2023

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Battery energy storage systems are here: Is your community ready?

Across the nation, the transition to clean energy will require thoughtful conversation and robust planning for communities. In fact, many communities are already being asked to evaluate building proposals for a relatively ...

Nov 14, 2023

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Floating offshore wind could bring billions in value to the US West Coast, report shows

A new report from Pacific Northwest National Laboratory shows that along a 200-mile stretch of ocean off the coast of southern Oregon and northern California, floating wind farms could potentially triple the Pacific Northwest's ...

Oct 12, 2023

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Researchers strengthen defenses against denial-of-service attack

Scientists have developed a better way to recognize a common internet attack, improving detection by 90 percent compared to current methods.

Aug 3, 2023

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