Shane Johnson

In a new Energy Matters blog post, read about how the California ISO has been having success with its new, more coordinated, strategic and longer-term approach for planning and building new transmission infrastructure to fortify grid reliability. Learn more: https://ow.ly/VU5n50RojJX

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Brad Bowness, CIO at Systems With Intelligence on How SWI is Helping Utilities Make Better Decisions. Systems With Intelligence offers thermal imagery and visual monitoring for substation operations. Monitoring transformers, connection points, battery rooms, and more to provide additional data for better decision-making in utilities.  Discover more - watch the video. #systemswithintelligence #SWI #substationmonitoring

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Two of the most effective strategies in decarbonization and waste reduction in the electrical world is using Kinetic switches (battery free & wireless), and window sensors that shut off the AC in dorm rooms and hotels while the window is open.

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We always strive to go above and beyond for each and every one of our clients! #solar #californiasolar #solarenergy #aztecsolar #sacramentosolar #sacramento #testimonialtuesday

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The American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE)’s 2024 Summer Study on Energy Efficiency in Buildings is coming up and Recurve will be there! Don’t miss Brian Gerke’s presentation on Recurve’s work with the California Energy Commission. Recurve used AMI meter data from across the state to measure a baseline saturation of AC and electric heating to inform electrification initiatives. Using data to understand energy consumption patterns is the key to designing and optimizing electrification initiatives that maximize customer benefits and have the greatest positive impact on carbon emissions and the grid. Friday, August 9, 2024 Panel 6, Session 2 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Session Theme: What is the Data Telling Us? Lessons Learned from Data from Utility Programs Presentation Title: Decarbonize This: Measuring the Building Electrification Baseline With a Comprehensive Meter Dataset Register for the ACEEE Summer Study on Energy Efficiency in Buildings here: https://lnkd.in/egagNVnQ

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Large data centers, an increase in high-tech manufacturing and growing electrification in homes, buildings and transportation are key factors in Northwest's growth in electricity demand. #Electricity #Demand #Grid #Transmission #EnergyEfficiency

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🚨 ICYMI: In February 2024, ISO New England Inc., Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO), PJM Interconnection and Southwest Power Pool, representing a coalition of Regional Transmission Operators, unveiled a position paper addressing critical issues in gas & power coordination. Their proposal aims to revolutionize the reliability of both industries through enhanced coordination, seeking crucial guidance from FERC. Dive into our latest blog where we explore the pivotal events driving the necessity for co-optimization between the gas & electric sectors. From the global shift towards decarbonization to life-threatening incidents like Winter Storm Uri and geographical tensions in Europe, discover why the synergy between these industries is now more vital than ever: https://bit.ly/4dEWlSq Join us in shaping a more resilient and sustainable energy future with co-optimization! ⚡ #Decarbonization #FERC #GridCoordination #PLEXOS #CoOptimization

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A great story by The Seattle Times discusses the energy demand surge faced by utilities in the Pacific Northwest, which threatens to outpace supply in the coming years. Recently, experts from BrightNight published an analytical article shedding light on the urgent need for new, reliable clean energy generation across the Pacific Northwest: https://lnkd.in/gnGwASCn While rapid electrification is good news for ongoing decarbonization, it presents challenges for regional utilities in meeting swiftly growing demand. BrightNight's industry-leading dispatchable clean energy solutions in Washington and Oregon are poised to meet this need. https://lnkd.in/geURRXT7

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Have you set ambitious targets to reduce greenhouse gas #emissions? Looking to become carbon-neutral or even carbon-negative over time? Visual MESA® Energy Management System is the solution. Join us for a LIVE discussion on June 6th, 2024 at 11 AM EST, Register Now > https://lnkd.in/gKsKikcZ #Yokogawa #EnergyManagement #Sustainability #BringingDecarbonizationToLife #netzero #digitaltransformation #smartmanufacturing #Decarbonization #EmissionsData #EmissionsCompliance #OilGas #Chemical #Refinery #Petrochemicals

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Have you set ambitious targets to reduce greenhouse gas #emissions? Looking to become carbon-neutral or even carbon-negative over time? Visual MESA® Energy Management System is the solution. Join us for a LIVE discussion on June 6th, 2024 at 11 AM EST, Register Now > https://lnkd.in/gwz7_q5s #Yokogawa #EnergyManagement #Sustainability #BringingDecarbonizationToLife #netzero #digitaltransformation #smartmanufacturing #Decarbonization #EmissionsData #EmissionsCompliance #OilGas #Chemical #Refinery #Petrochemicals

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We know firsthand that #VirtualPowerPlants aren’t just a concept – they're actively operating around the country, providing critical grid services to utilities and delivering savings to customers.   The new VPP flipbook from RMI highlights how more than 15 utilities are leveraging #VPPs to address grid needs across states like #Utah, #Oregon, #Massachusets and beyond. Check it out!

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Lithium-ion battery energy storage systems - the gift that just keeps on giving. We have plenty of other, safer, and more socially/environmentally responsible. Consider Prussian blue sodium-ion for short duration storage, dynamic load conditions and use them as front-end to flow batteries, fuel cells, etc. for long duration applications. IMHO, leave lithium-ion batteries where they belong, in mobile/transportable applications with lower total energy. Tossing a phone, tablet, or even an EV into a vat of water is relatively easy.

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The latest Northwest Regional Market forecast from PNUCC shows the challenge: rising energy demand projections resulting from electrification, new data centers and manufacturing, and extreme weather steepening peak demand events. For the The Seattle Times, Nancy Hirsh lays out the solutions: energy efficiency, demand response, a connected Western power market and new customer-side renewables. This diverse mix of resources is essential to meet demand growth, build a path towards salmon recovery, and achieve our climate goals – all while maintaining affordability and improving reliability. https://lnkd.in/geURRXT7 

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Enhancing grid reliability, bolstering businesses, and transforming economic landscapes with solar energy! Join us for a webinar discussing the benefits of large-scale solar projects, and their potential to revolutionize Arizona's economy. RSVP: https://bit.ly/458QVeo

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We're proud to share our latest case study, showcasing Alameda County Water District's SCADA system upgrade. https://lnkd.in/eGtQtd5z After 21 years of reliable service, it was time for a more modern solution. We stepped in to implement a high-performance, scalable system designed to serve the community for the next 20-30 years. Key Highlights: 🖥️ Modern SCADA System: Improved visibility, reporting, and control. 📊 2 Billion rows of Historical Data: Processed into the new solution. 🚨 Operator Benefits: Simplified navigation, prioritized alarms, and better accessibility. 🔛 Seamless Transition: New technology was integrated while maintaining continuous operation. The Alameda County Water District now benefits from advanced technology, offering better context, easier access, and real-time insights. Thanks to the amazing team that worked on this! Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/eGtQtd5z Canary Inductive Automation #SCADA #WaterManagement #automation

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We love seeing how the right strategies and modern technologies can be deployed by an experienced integrator like Vertech to bring digital transformation remarkably within reach for any company. Read the full story and learn more about Vertech below!

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Absolutely, shared storage and chemical manufacturing with green hydrogen is the pathway in my opinion. The DOE has been outlining a roadmap for Green Hydrogen Hubs. CO2 with Hydrogen can totally replace petrochemical based chemical manufacturing. It makes sense to also locate green steel manufacturing and other advanced manufacturing centers, as shown in your infographic. Large storage of CO2 can double as energy storage similar to compressed air storage such that it generates electricity as it supplies industrial processes. Both the compression and distribution of the CO2 can help balance the grid if it is managed by AI using demand response. I would love to see agrivoltaics layered in to these systems such that biomass for biochar is produced on site as well. Biochar can then be value added and ultimately a whole new molecular economy will unlock limitless growth with advanced circular economies using these methods. Carbon Neutral Rocket fuel is likely to be the catalyst to end fracking by giving an alternative source of methane that will become competitive once energy costs continue to fall with smart grids and extremely cheap surplus DC from photovoltaics.

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