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The hot weather is persisting, but the grid remains stable. We are not expecting any energy supply shortfalls today or tomorrow as we continue to monitor the hot weather and wildfire activity. For current grid conditions, please see Today’s Outlook: https://lnkd.in/gStUajxp

As extreme weather and natural disasters increase in both severity and frequency, utilities' electrical #Grids will be especially affected. This is where Itron, Inc.'s intelligent grid edge solutions come into play. Now more than ever before, #Utilities need modernized infrastructure that enables grid resilience in times of need. One way of providing backup power during outages is with energy stored in electric vehicle batteries, which is what Matt Smith, senior director of smart grid management at Itron, and the team had to rely on during #ItronInspire22 when Hurricane Ian hit Florida. Get the full story in his interview with Climate Global News (CGN):

As extreme weather and natural disasters increase in both severity and frequency, utilities' electrical #Grids will be especially affected. This is where Itron, Inc.'s intelligent grid edge solutions come into play. Now more than ever before, #Utilities need modernized infrastructure that enables grid resilience in times of need. One way of providing backup power during outages is with energy stored in electric vehicle batteries, which is what Matt Smith, senior director of smart grid management at Itron, and the team had to rely on during #ItronInspire22 when Hurricane Ian hit Florida. Get the full story in his interview with Climate Global News (CGN):

As extreme weather and natural disasters increase in both severity and frequency, utilities' electrical #Grids will be especially affected. This is where Itron, Inc.'s intelligent grid edge solutions come into play. Now more than ever before, #Utilities need modernized infrastructure that enables grid resilience in times of need. One way of providing backup power during outages is with energy stored in electric vehicle batteries, which is what Matt Smith, senior director of smart grid management at Itron, and the team had to rely on during #ItronInspire22 when Hurricane Ian hit Florida. Get the full story in his interview with Climate Global News (CGN):

Yesterday's storms and the heat wave in Victoria disrupted the transmission network affecting many including 90,000 customers to a load shedding event and another 500,000 households due local network issues caused by the extreme weather. One of the prime examples that would warn us of the dire impacts of extreme weather events on the energy system. #climaterisk assessments will become essential as we plan for, invest in, and transition towards more resilient #energy assets and grids that are future-proofed. https://lnkd.in/g_fqM4ej

Tomorrow.io's temperature and wind power forecasts provided a significant competitive advantage in recent winter storms, Heather and Finn, in ERCOT. 🌪️ At times during these storms, our advanced models reduced model error by 5GW in wind power forecast accuracy and reduced temperature forecast errors by 20%. ⚡️ This level of precision is crucial in managing grid reliability during severe weather conditions. Tomorrow.io’s revolutionary wind power model consistently delivers: ✅ 48-hour regional wind power forecasts improving on ERCOT's Short Term Wind Power Forecast. ✅ Nodal probabilistic forecasts fine-tuned for extreme winter events. ✅ 20% more accurate temperature forecasts, minimizing demand forecasting errors. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gBBtCFwc #windpower #weathermodeling #windenergy

🚨 New Report Alert: Navigating the Freeze 🚨 The January 2024 Winter Storm tested the limits of our power grid like never before. Our latest report dives into how extreme weather demands a resilient, flexible grid and the pivotal roles of coal, natural gas, and wind energy in maintaining stability. Discover key findings, lessons learned, and future strategies for grid preparedness against the backdrop of climate change and energy transition. Let's discuss the implications and drive conversations around energy resilience and sustainability. 🔍 Read the full analysis here: https://lnkd.in/ehU7Mx_U. #EnergyResilience #WinterStorm2024 #GridStability #SustainableEnergy #PowerGrid

Severe winter storms are becoming more and more common in Texas — Texans need real solutions that reduce demand on the system and keep their lights on. Solar power and backup batteries make a big difference for individuals AND the grid, helping people generate their own electricity, store and use it when needed, and let grid managers deploy that energy elsewhere. That’s what we mean when we say solar helps people live more powerfully. Check out this CBS Austin story about Texas’ recent winter storm and what it says about solar power in Texas: https://lnkd.in/gekbRET7 #txlege #txenergy #solarpower #ERCOT #WinterStormHeather

🔥☀️ As summer heatwaves sweep across the country, the demand for electricity is soaring. Is your grid prepared to handle the load? Check out this insightful blog post on how utilities can enhance grid resilience during these extreme weather conditions. #DemandResponse #VPPs #DemandFlexibility 🔌🌡️ Learn More: https://hubs.ly/Q02D4Gxm0

Power outages can often increase in the heart of winter. Did you know #Microgrids can help reduce this problem? Microgrids are distributed energy resources that have the ability to “island,” or isolate, from the main grid during power emergencies - keeping the lights and heat on, even in the face of extreme winter weather. Check out this article from Siemens to learn more: https://ow.ly/sPhL50QBfhK