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Stabilizing the energy system with energy storage

Smart Energy International

At the start of the summer, the North American Energy Reliability Corporation (NERC) issued a warning that two-thirds of North America would be at risk of energy shortfalls during periods of extreme demand. These concerns make it difficult for the grid to fully rely on renewables.

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Lessons Learned from Power Outages in California and Quebec

Green Market Oracle

Recent power outages in North America offer us an opportunity to reflect on the importance of reliable access to electricity. Extreme weather events are the leading cause of power outages. This includes storms that generate high winds and flooding, it is also due to drought that increase the likelihood of wildfires.