Current electrical grids are antiquated and subject to cascading outages. A ‘smart grid” that transfers power from one part of an electrical grid to another in the event of a regional loss makes sense. Such a grid builds on the foundational principal of resiliency. Spread risk. Avoid choke points. Eliminating bottle necks and [...]
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$900 Million To Rural U.S. Grid Improvements
(USDA) is embarking on a massive loan program to upgrade rural electric cooperative utilities As we have said before in this publication, rural broadband is a key component of a 21st Century economy. I actually speak from experience. I until recently lived in Crozet, a small town right at the foot of the Blue Ridge [...]
$900 Million To Rural U.S. Grid Improvements
(USDA) is embarking on a massive loan program to upgrade rural electric cooperative utilities As we have said before in this publication, rural broadband is a key component of a 21st Century economy. I actually speak from experience. I until recently lived in Crozet, a small town right at the foot of the Blue Ridge [...]
Two Choices for Western States on Energy-Transmission Overhaul, Say Experts
Eleven Western states will spend $200 billion in the next two decades to upgrade their electricity systems. Click here for the story.
Investing in broadband can slash energy costs
Broadband technologies can help in efforts to make a more sustainable world. Click here for the story.
