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Visual Primer: Resource Adequacy Planning Evolves to Meet Changing Electricity System Requirements
The electricity system is in a state of transition amid the increase in fossil-fueled generation retirements and the penetration of intermittent renewable resources. Grid operators and regulators across the U.S. are exploring tools and strategies to adapt resource adequacy planning to the changing generation mix.
Visual Primer: U.S. Grid Operators Turn to Energy Storage as Potential Solution for Transmission Needs
Energy storage plays a key role in managing the pace of the transformation of the electric system. The versatility of the resource has allowed for multiple grid roles, including supporting transmission reliability.
Visual Primer: Intensifying Climate Push Signals Greater Role for Nuclear Power
The focus on decarbonization and energy security has elevated the importance of nuclear power as a critical technology to achieve national and state goals. Recent actions include the second award cycle of a $6 billion federal program established to maintain the existing reactor fleet and proposals to explore the feasibility of deploying advanced nuclear technologies.
Visual Primer: Grid Modernization – Innovative Efforts Strive to Facilitate a Resilient and Responsive Power Grid
Recent developments around grid modernization strive to enable greater adoption of clean energy resources while ensuring a more resilient and responsive grid.