Public Utility Research Center Director of Energy Studies Ted Kury shares his insights on underground power lines, which could be installed thanks to a self-propelled robotic sleeve that mimics earthworms’ characteristic peristaltic movement to advance through soil. “The peristaltic conduit approach is fascinating
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With CenterPoint in the hot seat, Texas policymakers look to harden the state’s power transmission and distribution
Some policymakers are looking to Florida for lessons, given the state’s superior record when it comes to restoring power quickly after major storms. Director of Energy Studies at the Public Utility Research Center Ted Kury explains how Florida was able
What is curtailment? An electricity market expert explains
Curtailment has a special meaning in electric power systems. It describes any action that reduces the amount of electricity generated to maintain the balance between supply and demand – which is critical for avoiding blackouts. Recently, curtailment has made news
Why do different countries have different electric outlet plugs?
Curious Kids is a series for children of all ages. If you have a question you’d like an expert to answer, send it to curiouskidsus@theconversation.com. Why do different countries have different electric outlet plugs? – Evie H., age 9, Seattle,
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