Hydropower Generation Projected to Rise, but Climate Change Brings Uncertain Future
Although climate change may bring increased precipitation to many parts of the United States, some areas may face drier conditions and lower streamflow, resulting in decreased hydropower generation.
Transmission and Renewables Would Reduce Carbon Emissions, Generation Costs in Western United States
New transmission lines and renewable energy projects would bring economic and climate change benefits to the Western United States’s electricity grid.
Leaders Gather to Celebrate and Dedicate the Grid Storage Launchpad
The Grid Storage Launchpad dedication event was attended by leaders in grid and transportation energy storage, battery innovation, and industry stakeholders working to transform America’s energy system.
Chini Helps Explore Timely Energy Infrastructure Questions
PNNL’s Chris Chini has been named a guest editor of Environmental Research: Infrastructure and Sustainability’s special issue examining energy infrastructure vulnerabilities from physical and natural threats.
Projects Drive Grid-Enhancing Analytics for Smarter Operations
Three PNNL-supported projects are at the forefront of developing advanced data analytics technologies to enhance the U.S. power grid’s reliability, resilience, and affordability.
PNNL Celebrates Klickitat Valley Health's Recent Energy Milestone
Klickitat Valley Health's fuel cell and microgrid project boosts rural healthcare, enhancing energy resilience and sustainability for social equity.
Expert Insights: Eric Hsieh Talks GSL, Energy Storage, and Beyond
Erich Hsieh, Deputy Assistant Secretary for OE’s Energy Storage Division, shared insights about the Grid Storage Launchpad and energy storage innovations .
Collaboration, Data Sharing, and Community Engagement are Key to Building a Resilient Grid
At the second Grid Resilience to Extreme Events Summit, a diverse range of experts gathered to tackle the biggest challenges in building a resilient grid.
Representing Hydropower Reservoir Operations in Global Hydrological Models Improves Freshwater Projections
A PNNL study developed a water management module for Xanthos that distinguishes between the operational characteristics of hydropower, irrigation, and flood control reservoirs.