The majority of the time, challenges that face the current electricity grid are only apparent when individuals are directly affected by problems, such as a loss of electricity at home or an inoperative stop light at a busy intersection. Recently, we are reminded that system outages remain one of the real threats to the current [...]
In a past blog, OATI mentioned how Microgrids have been around for decades and will continue to be key factors for how the world addresses energy inefficiencies, security, and reliability. Today, we will briefly cover the relationship between CPP and Microgrids. Microgrids have often been seen as a clean alternative because of their ability to [...]
In August 2015, President Barack Obama introduced the Clean Power Plan (CPP), an initiative that seeks to reduce energy pollution levels 32 percent by 2030. Under the CPP, each U.S. state is accountable for working with utilities to reduce emissions, greenhouse gases (GHG), and increase the integration of renewable alternatives, such as wind and solar. [...]