
Image courtesy Alliander Dutch network operator Alliander and the Radboud University have developed the STORM algorithm to help load estimation on a packed electricity network. The STORM algorithm, with the aim to improve load estimation in networks, automatically filters measurement data to remove disturbances such as measurement errors and temporary switching events. This saves technical…

Greene King and CleanCo are embracing a new culture for today’s drinkers by establishing a new range of drinks of alcohol free cocktails for pubs. TV personality Spencer Matthews, owner of alcohol free spirit company CleanCo, partnered with pub and brewer Greene King to provide 10,000 free Clean Cocktails throughout January in hundreds of pubs…

Italy: power pole inspection. Image courtesy Enel Italian utility A2A has completed an acquisition from Enel’s E-distribuzione of 90% share capital of Duereti, increasing the Group’s managed electricity meters by 70% in the provinces of Milan and Brescia. The acquisition of Duereti, which operates electricity distribution assets in Milan and Brescia, was signed March 9,…

Corvus Energy has been selected to supply energy storage systems (ESS) for Statue City Cruises’ ferries servicing the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island routes in New York Harbor. Statue City Cruises’ nine-ferry fleet will be equipped with Corvus Orca ESS. This marine energy storage system has been used on board over 700 maritime vessels around…

ESO executive director Angelin Tsachev (left) shakes hands with Bulgarian Caretaker Minister of Energy Vladimir Malinov. Image courtesy Bulgaria ESO Bulgaria Electricity System Operator (ESO) has signed a contract with the country’s Ministry of Energy for the implementation of the first group of investments under the GREENABLER project, which aims to modernise the power transmission…

Image courtesy 123rf The R&D Centre of Dubai Electricity and Water Authority (DEWA) has developed a smart application to automate field crew selection and dispatch to enhance network fault management. The digital solution is based on an Internet of Things (IoT) platform that enhances fault response efficiency and reduces response times by automating the crew…

Chris Doherty The energy transition and its complexities remain largely confined to the industry and the realms of ‘energy enthusiasts’. However, to achieve the seismic shift to a 100% green electricity system, we need to bring it to the mainstream, writes Chris Doherty, managing director at Joulen. Engaging people from outside the industry – everyday…

Cassia Networks recently announced a strategic partnership with Augury, targeted at transforming the industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) landscape. This collaboration brings together Cassia’s expertise in long-range Bluetooth connectivity with Augury’s AI-powered predictive maintenance technology, promising to elevate industrial condition monitoring and predictive maintenance. This partnership merges Cassia’s industrial-grade X-2000 Bluetooth gateway and IoT Access…

The IIoT is transforming industries by connecting machines and systems to enhance performance, improve safety and reliability, and optimise operations. However, implementing IIoT solutions across diverse and specialised applications presents both unique challenges and distinct advantages. Zeev Collin, CEO, Semitech further explores. Providing adaptable solutions for a wide range of scenarios within the IIoT landscape…

A light switch that powers an LED to help locate it during night. Image: Dr Jeeeun Kim/Texas A&M University A new project to investigate how to harvest energy from passive interfaces such as doorknobs in homes is under way at the Texas A&M University. The early career development award to Dr Jeeun Kim, assistant professor…