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energy1 year ago

"Preparing for the 2024 Solar Eclipse: Impact on Power Grid and Peak Times in Texas"

The upcoming solar eclipse on April 8 will significantly reduce solar power production across the US, posing a critical test for the power grid. Grid operators are preparing for the eclipse's impact, which will require careful coordination to match electricity supply with demand. Challenges include rapid fluctuations in solar power generation and potential congestion in transmission. As the US faces growing energy demand and relies more on intermittent renewable sources, grid operators must navigate a delicate balance to ensure a stable and reliable power supply.

via Vox.com|
#electricity-demand#energy#grid-operators
energy1 year ago

"Eclipse Preparedness: Grid Operators and Utilities Brace for Impact on Solar Power Output"

A total eclipse on Monday is expected to cause significant losses in solar generation across the United States, with estimates of up to 39.9 GWh of lost production. Grid operators, including ERCOT, PJM, and the New York ISO, are preparing for the event by working with solar forecast vendors, utilizing gas infrastructure, and employing flexible loads and batteries. California, ERCOT, PJM, New York, and Midcontinent ISO are all making preparations for the eclipse, with each region expecting varying impacts on solar energy production based on the path of the eclipse and weather conditions.

via Utility Dive|
#eclipse#energy#energy-demand
energy2 years ago

"FERC's Bold Move: Boosting Clean Energy Integration on the US Grid"

The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has issued an order requiring grid operators in the US to speed up interconnection processes for clean energy projects. The order mandates a switch from studying projects individually to studying them in groups, known as "cluster" studies, to better understand the impact on the grid. However, clean-energy groups emphasize that this is just the first step and that more reforms are needed, including expanding transmission capacity and addressing cost allocation issues. The success of the order will depend on how grid operators and utilities implement its provisions.

via Canary Media|
#clean-energy#energy#ferc
energy2 years ago

Heatwave Sparks Power Grid Crisis, Soaring Prices in US

US power prices have surged to their highest levels in months as a scorching heatwave grips the country, leading to increased demand for electricity. The extreme weather has raised concerns about the strain on power grids, with memories of previous grid failures during freezing temperatures in Texas and a heatwave in California. Grid operators have issued alerts and urged energy companies to delay maintenance to ensure sufficient power supply. While power usage is not expected to break all-time highs this week, the Texas grid operator anticipates new records next week as the heatwave persists.

via Reuters|
#electricity-prices#energy#extreme-weather