Schneider Electric Advises Electrical Equipment Precautions for Southern Alberta Flood Zone - "Even if your power has already been restored, have an electrical professional to look for hidden damage from water which can cause future power failures," said Daniel Roberts, Health Safety & Environment Manager, Schneider Electric. Read more...   

Eaton Mobilizes to Restore Power in Flooded Calgary - Eaton has deployed a team of engineers, technicians and equipment to help restore power in Calgary, Alberta, and surrounding areas, where residents and businesses are suffering from the devastating effects of recent flooding. Read more...  

Manitoba Hydro Seeks Public Input on New International Transmission Project - Manitoba Hydro will be seeking public input in planning a route for a new transmission line in south eastern Manitoba called the Manitoba-Minnesota Transmission Project. Read more...  

MIT Researchers Squeeze Photovoltaics to the Ultimate in Thinness - Most efforts at improving solar cells have focused on increasing the efficiency of their energy conversion, or on lowering the cost of manufacturing. But now MIT researchers are aiming to produce the thinnest and most lightweight solar panels possible. Read more...  

ESFI Launches Comprehensive Weather Safety Resources - The Electrical Safety Foundation International has launched a new collection of severe weather safety resources to encourage the public to be aware of the storm-related hazards that cause deaths, injuries and property loss during the summer months and throughout the year. Read more...