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At a time when utilities are under increasing pressure to reduce operating costs and enhance service without raising rates, Duke Energy is embracing network lighting controls as a strategic solution. With over 360,000 smart nodes already deployed and a long-term plan to modernize 2.5 million lighting assets across six states, the utility giant is…
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Why Fixed Wireless Access Is Becoming Essential for Utility Network Upgrades
As energy providers accelerate digital transformation in response to grid modernization and growing connectivity demands, Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) has emerged as a viable alternative to legacy wireline solutions. According to the Edison Electric Institute (EEI), investor-owned electric companies in the United States are expected to allocate approximately $158 billion toward transmission infrastructure projects…
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Beyond the Call: Reinventing Utility Customer Engagement with Cloud and AI Tools
At the 2025 Distributech trade show in Dallas, the focus wasn’t just on the latest in energy infrastructure—it was also on the invisible front line of utility operations: the contact center. With customer expectations rising and regulatory pressure intensifying, utility companies are discovering that outdated voice systems are no longer just a nuisance—they’re a…
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How Nokia’s Private 5G Tech Is Reshaping Utilities
As the energy grid modernizes and digital transformation reshapes utilities, private wireless networks (PWNs) are emerging as critical infrastructure. The shift to 5G and edge computing is driving new use cases like real-time distribution automation and advanced metering—applications that demand ultra-reliable, low-latency connectivity. PWNs give utilities the dedicated control, security, and scalability needed to…
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How Fermata Energy Is Deploying V2G Tech to Turn EVs Into Grid Resources
As electric vehicles (EVs) continue to roll off production lines at record rates—with global sales exceeding 17 million in 2024 and projected to exceed 20 million this year—attention is turning toward how these massive mobile batteries can do more than just drive. One emerging answer: vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology. With bidirectional charging now certified and utilities…
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Direct Pay Credits are a Game Changer for Renewable Energy and Tax-Exempt Entities
Within the landscape of renewable energy and tax legislation, direct pay credits have emerged as a pivotal development, especially in the wake of the Inflation Reduction Act. This new concept allows certain tax-exempt entities to monetize tax credits without having any tax liability. Ultimately, this is a major game-changer for institutions like universities, hospitals,…
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The Impact of the Inflation Reduction Act on Transferrable Tax Credits
Aside from changes to renewable energy, the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) has brought significant changes to the landscape of tax credits. With the introduction of transferable tax credits on the federal level, there’s a timely need to understand how these changes impact various stakeholders. This explores the nuances of these transferable credits and their…