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    Invisible Infrastructure

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    Opinion
    As data production skyrockets, hyperscale data centers are expanding in size and capacity, demanding more power and raising concerns about sustainable energy use and infrastructure...
    May 1, 2026
    Liberty Utilities
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    Members Only
    Facing high costs and access challenges in the Sierra Nevada, Liberty Utilities adopted lidar technology to efficiently monitor vegetation near power lines. The program has increased...
    May 1, 2026
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    Opinion
    The transition will not be achieved through slogans or isolated projects. It will require a systemic approach grounded in engineering reality.
    April 30, 2026
    Kevin McGill, a fourth-year apprentice for Duke Energy, enjoys spending time outdoors and volunteering in his community with his family.
    The fourth-year line apprentice is learning the skills of the line trade at Duke Energy’s training facility in Terre Haute, Indiana.
    April 29, 2026
    Denton Municipal Electric
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    The Denton GIS substation project showcases community engagement, advanced engineering, and sustainable practices, setting a new standard for urban utility infrastructure in growing...
    April 27, 2026
    City of Palo Alto Utilities
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    Members Only
    The city’s undergrounding effort, part of its broader Wildfire Mitigation Plan, combines infrastructure upgrades with advanced sensor networks and community engagement, setting...
    April 24, 2026
    Idaho Power
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    To combat wildfire threats, Idaho Power installs strategically placed weather stations that deliver real-time, localized weather data. This granular information supports critical...
    April 23, 2026
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    Line crews rented a crane attachment to improve efficiency and increase safety on a thermal upgrade project.
    April 22, 2026
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    Leading utilities view transmission as a strategic asset essential for capturing the next wave of industrial and digital load.
    March 27, 2026