Decarbonization efforts are rapidly reshaping the electric grid. Distribution systems no longer represent a passive load connected to a substation transformer. Each year brings new significant ...

As more distributed energy resources (DER) — primarily solar — are connected to electric utility power distribution systems, the equipment that makes it all work safely and reliably is under ...

Aging infrastructure is forcing U.S. utilities to get out their checkbooks. Spending on electricity distribution systems by major U.S. electric utilities has risen 54 percent over the past two decades ...

The deal will strengthen ECP's distribution services capabilities looking at the growing demand due to grid modernization and ...

As energy storage facilities (“ESFs”) are developed and deployed in the Northeast, questions about how ESFs will be charged for use of the electric distribution system while participating in wholesale ...

Imagine that the process of distributing electricity to homes from the power grid is like travelers boarding a train. There are multiple steps to take before they can reach their final destination.

San Diego Gas & Electric says the purchase of the city of San Diego’s electric distribution system could cost between $7.4 and $9.3 billion. The utility said costs could climb above $11 billion if ...