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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

As extreme temperatures continue to grip nations around the world, key natural gas production resources are ever more vulnerable. It doesn't have to be this way. As nations continue to deal with more extreme weather, stationing natural gas production tools underground will become the preferred method of gas well operators to avoid any temperature-related complications. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gU6jt_4H

The reliability of the natural gas and power sectors during Winter Storm Gerri underscores the need for commonsense policies that preserve energy security, support the role of natural gas in a sustainable future, and benefit all consumers. https://lnkd.in/dAwjW6p8

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):

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

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

It’s that time of year when the days get longer, the temperature gets hotter and the weather gets wilder – and that means the electricity grid has to work harder. Here’s what you need to know about how summer impacts the grid, and how the market prepares for it.

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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):