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From left, Michael Starke, Steven Campbell and Madhu Chinthavali of ORNL discuss the configuration of the power electronics hub demonstrated with hardware in the low-voltage lab at GRID-C. Credit: Carlos Jones/ORNL, U.S. Dept. of Energy

Giving power grids the flexibility they need: Tech to manage two-way power flow to commercial buildings

Sending data in small packets revolutionized communications, from the radio to the internet. Now three UVM scientists — Pooya Rezaei, Paul Hines and Jeff Frolik — think packets of power can revolutionize the way electric companies deal with the coming tide of plug-in cars. They’ve applied for a patent on their new invention.(Photo: Sally McCay)

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How to Build a More Resilient Electric Grid

Will Energy Storage Play a Big Role in the Electric Grid?

Generating Tomorrow’s Electricity from Better Turbines

Plugging Highway Vehicles into the Electric Grid