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May 2014
ABB Power Update

Transactive energy: A market-based approach to distribution optimization

Many utilities and regulators are seeing signs of trouble on the horizon. “As we see the gap between available generation and peak electric demand become tighter over time, it becomes increasingly important to deliver new power resources to the grid as quickly, reliably, and cost-effectively as possible,” said ERCOT CEO Trip Doggett. For ERCOT and others, addressing these challenges will require utilities to become even more diligent in their efforts to leverage distributed energy resources and to optimize consumption of electricity at the distribution level. A new concept, transactive energy, may help all of us avoid a very dark future. >> Download white paper
High Voltage Service
Recover from the winter maintenance backlog 

It’s no doubt you spent more time and money than expected on winter storm recovery this year. More than likely your first and second quarter maintenance schedule has been delayed or your budget has been trimmed. Here are three solutions to get both your maintenance schedule, and budget, back on track this year. >> Get back on track

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Microgrids
Five market trends that will drive microgrids into the mainstream 

What will it take for microgrids to become a mainstream approach to ensuring local energy reliability? Greentech Media’s Grid Edge Executive Council, a group of leading electricity industry experts that discuss opportunities around distributed generation, improved reliability and utility business model evolution, identified five factors that could turn mini-grids into a mega-opportunity. >> Find out more

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Ventyx
Build a successful smart grid with IT and OT technologies 

The smart grid concept promises to increase operational efficiency, reduce costs, and be more environmentally friendly by enabling new assets and agents to be part of the electric network. Real integration of IT and OT not only helps that promise, but also enhances the opportunities to add more value and effectiveness to the energy value chain. >> Discover how

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Tropos Wireless Communication Systems
Wireless field area networks key foundation for smart grid applications 

Increasingly, utilities are deploying intelligent electronic devices (IEDs) and other smart apparatus in substations and along distribution feeders, as well as equipping field workers with laptop, tablet and handheld computers. These technologies enable valuable applications such as automated metering infrastructure (AMI), substation automation, distribution automation, outage management, automatic load shedding, and the ability to manage alternative energy sources. Two way smart grid communication links the people and devices in the field with software at substations and the utility’s operations center, enabling applications that deliver vast improvements in efficiency, security, reliability and resiliency. Explore some best practices using wireless for extending communication from the substation control house to the substation yard and along the distribution feeders. >> Learn more

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White papers
Feeling the pressure: Simulating pressure rise in switchgear installation rooms 

>> Download now		   Three keys to designing safe, reliable and efficient substations for heavy industrial facilities 

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T&D World interview from IEEE: Smart grid and outdoor products

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