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Active network management automates curtailment by leveraging Dynamic Hosting Capacity   Allows Utilities to host more renewable energy with fewer costly grid upgrades New York State Electric & Gas (NYSEG) and Rochester Gas and Electric (RG&E) have demonstrated a new flexible interconnection technology that will help interconnect renewable resources, like solar, into their grid efficiently and without costly upgrades to substations and transmission lines. Results from the Flexible Interconnection Capacity Solution, a demonstration pilot, were reported to the New York State Public Service Commission earlier this year. “This

In 2022, Central Maine Power (CMP) initiated restoration work at a transmission line site in Kennebunk, Maine to address sedimentation and erosion concerns, as well as protect biodiversity in an area of its service territory with unique ecological characteristics that also supports local sources of drinking water. Globally, climate change is creating a loss of biodiversity and degradation of ecosystems. This project presented an opportunity for CMP to act proactively to combat these trends. Beneath these transmission lines, erosion from ATVs that had been exacerbated by

In our first article on carbon neutrality, we covered the basics of how emissions from human activity (like energy, manufacturing, and transportation) have increased the levels of carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases in our atmosphere, warming the planet and causing social, economic, and environmental impacts. Now that we understand the problem we’re trying to address at Avangrid with our goal to achieve carbon neutrality in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, let’s learn about solutions! The Solutions So how can companies help solve the

Before storms hit, make sure you have the supplies you’ll need. Late summer and early fall are prime seasons for hurricanes and tropical storms. After a major storm, customers should be ready for the possibility of several days without power. Here are some things you should have at home to ride out a multiple-day power outage. Prepare for outages by stocking the pantry with water, food that doesn't require refrigeration, and batteries for your radio and flashlights. Storm Kit Checklist: Make sure your flashlights and battery-powered radios

The first rule of storm response – always be prepared. Our team works hard all year round to prepare for storms and power interruptions in a safe and timely manner. See below for some of the measures our team takes to prepare for storms, as well as tips to help you prepare your home for a storm or hurricane so you can protect your loved ones and your possessions: We manage vegetation to prevent trees and limbs from taking down power lines during storms. We

When it comes to choosing a place to work, many people look beyond just a paycheck. The modern workforce values a company that supports not just their financial well-being but their total health. Avangrid’s talent acquisition team understands this, which is why a comprehensive benefits package is offered to meet the diverse needs of our multi-generational workforce at every stage of their careers. Alexis McDonald is a Talent Acquisition Manager at Avangrid and shares insights into what makes Avangrid a standout employer. For those exploring

It was ambitious in 2017, when Avangrid became the first American utility to commit to carbon-neutral goals and set a target for 2035. It became even more ambitious in 2022, when we moved the date up – targeting 2030 (5 years earlier!) to achieve carbon neutrality in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. Wait – emissions have scopes? And what does “carbon neutrality” actually mean? Let's explore. This is the first of a 3-part series on the (very) basics of carbon neutrality. Part I: The Problem First,

Mark Waclawiak's roots in the utility industry run deep. His father worked at United Illuminating, (now part of the Avangrid family of companies), while his mother ran a consulting firm designing power and lighting systems for commercial businesses. From a young age, Mark was immersed in the world of electrical engineering, frequently surrounded by blueprints and designs in his mother's office. This early exposure to the critical role of electricity in modern society shaped his desire to contribute to the field and ultimately led

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