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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Energy & Green Tech
Real-time measurement error assessment for intelligent energy meters
A study aimed at improving the accuracy and reliability of grid electricity meters, particularly under challenging on-site conditions is published in the International Journal of Information and Communication Technology. ...
Nov 16, 2023
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Energy & Green Tech
Maximizing the potential of lithium-ion batteries for power grid applications
A new study from the University of Vaasa, Finland, introduces a noteworthy approach to optimizing the use of lithium-ion battery energy storage systems in power grid applications.
Jun 20, 2023
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Computer Sciences
Researchers improve security for smart systems
In an increasingly connected and smart world, sensors collect and share large amounts of data to help people make decisions.
Nov 8, 2022
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Energy & Green Tech
Is the electrical grid prepared for climate change?
Summer heat waves across the country tested whether America's aging electrical grid can keep up with demand—a problem scientists say will be exacerbated by climate change, as severe hurricanes, wildfires and other weather ...
Aug 17, 2022
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Energy & Green Tech
How electric vehicles could fix the grid
Transportation is the single biggest source of greenhouse gas emissions in the United States, accounting for about a third of all emissions. We could quickly lower those emissions by electrifying vehicles, but there's just ...
May 12, 2022
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Energy & Green Tech
Microgrid demo to lend a helping hand in India's green energy transition
A group of energy specialists supported by the EU-funded IELECTRIX project has built a smart grid demonstrator in a district in New Delhi, India. The demonstration will show how innovative solutions involving local photovoltaic ...
May 9, 2022
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Technology enhances solar option during outages
During a power outage, we might not think of using the sun as a backup generator. But solar energy is playing a key role in keeping the lights on when the power is knocked out.
Apr 4, 2022
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Researchers protecting solar technologies from cyberattack
New research from the University of Georgia suggests a novel approach to safeguarding one possible target of a cyberattack—the nation's solar farms. In a study published in IEEE Transactions on Smart Grid, a team in UGA's ...
Mar 28, 2022
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Scientists showcase the potential of demand response in reducing carbon dioxide emissions
Electrical grids are almost always over-dimensioned to meet short surges in energy demand. Put simply, power stations need to have an excess number of generators only to be able to provide electricity during peak hours. This ...
Nov 26, 2021
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