Metering Insights

From Testing to Confidence
Why Accuracy is Essential in Energy Metering

Energy meters are the unsung heroes of the utility sector. They quietly measure and record how much electricity homes and businesses use - data that's vital for billing, planning and...

Coping with the Dark Doldrums
How Energy Storage Supports a Reliable Renewable Grid

The sky hangs low over Middle Europe in November. The sun, a distant memory, hides behind layers of unbroken grey clouds. Dense fog smothers the landscape, casting a damp, cold...

Blockchain for Energy Trading – is the Hype Justified?

Blockchain has become a bit of a buzzword in energy circles lately. The idea is to use this distributed ledger technology to make energy trading more transparent, secure and efficient....

The Rise of the Buzzword Overlords

Opinion piece The age of artificial intelligence (AI) has brought us many wonders. We've got AI playing chess and Go like a world champion, writing questionable poetry, and even suggesting...

Future-Proofing Power
The Role of Smart Switchgear in Renewable Grids

The transition to renewable energy sources like solar and wind is accelerating around the world. Countries are committing to ambitious carbon reduction targets, with some aiming for net-zero emissions by...

Modular Energy Storage
Scalable Power for Emergency and Off-Grid Use

As we increasingly rely on electricity for communication, healthcare, and other critical infrastructure, the need for reliable backup power continues to grow—especially in remote or disaster-stricken areas. Whether it's deploying...

Energy Storage in Extreme Environments
Pushing the Limits of Battery Technology

The ability to reliably store and utilize energy is essential for operating equipment and facilities in extreme environments, from frigid polar regions to scorching deserts. As we push the boundaries...

Storing Energy, Managing Heat
The Role of Phase Change Materials in Battery Systems

As the world moves towards widespread adoption of electric vehicles and renewable energy sources, developing efficient and safe battery systems has become a pressing need. Lithium-ion batteries have emerged as...

The Unintended Consequences of Energy Policy
Beyond the CO₂ Reduction Narrative

Editor's Note: This article represents the author's perspective on the challenges and unintended consequences of current energy policies. The views expressed are based on industry analysis and reflect a call...

How the Wooden Barrel Effect Applies to Energy Storage Systems

In energy storage, as in many other technical fields, the overall performance of a system is often limited by its weakest component. This concept is beautifully captured by the Wooden...

Why is the European Energy Transition Slowing Down?

Findings from Enlit Europe 2024 The European energy transition, aimed at reducing reliance on fossil fuels and increasing the use of renewable energy sources (RES), is experiencing a noticeable slowdown....

Handling Transformer Load Stress as Renewable Energy Sources Grow

As renewable energy sources like solar and wind power become more popular, electricity grid infrastructure is facing new challenges. One such challenge is the increased potential for distribution transformer overloading....