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Excited to share this recently published paper, co-authored by John Dirkman, PE, "Heterogeneous Reinforcement Learning for Defending Power Grids Against Attacks". This research addresses a critical limitation inherent in using reinforcement learning (RL) for protecting power grids from cyberattacks. With complex power grids, the action space for simulating attacks and improving resilience expands exponentially, making it difficult for RL agents to explore and find effective solutions efficiently. This innovative TGCN framework offers a scalable solution for safeguarding cyber-physical systems against attacks. https://lnkd.in/gU6K23Wi Congratulations to John and the entire team for this significant contribution to power grid resilience and security! #CyberSecurity #SmartGrid #ReinforcementLearning @Amin Moradi, @Shirin Panahi, @Zheng-Meng Zha, Yang Weng and Ying-Cheng Lai

We're thrilled to share how EnableUtah, a nonprofit in Ogden, UT, is making strides with Rocky Mountain Power’s Wattsmart Business Program! EnableUtah, dedicated to helping people with disabilities find employment and develop job skills, recently upgraded their HVAC system for better efficiency and savings. This project will save them an estimated $2,418 annually in energy costs, and program incentives helped decrease the total project cost from $42,500 to $10,000. 👏💡

Thrilled to announce our contract win with AESC, Inc., Earth Advantage, and ASK Energy, Inc. to implement Pacific Gas and Electric Company's Measured Savings Program for Summer Reliability for 2024-2028. The Program will serve both commercial and residential customer markets and will be launched later this summer pending CPUC Advice Letter approval. These programs are designed to deliver measurable impacts at the meter through demand side interventions including building retrofits, optimization, and load flexibility strategies. The residential program will coordinate with the federal Inflation Reduction Act (IRA)-funded HOMES program, to enable more streamlined stacking of available incentives. We're excited to partner with project developers to build a robust project pipeline. Contact us to learn more about how you can get involved. https://lnkd.in/gZ-T3-8e #demandresponse #distributedenergyresources #energyefficiency

Wrapping up a month of impactful action and vibrant celebrations! 🌈 🌼 In honor of Pride Month and National Pollinators Month, we’ve been dedicated to nurturing both our community and our environment. Our Half Moon Bay office garden, now full of pollinator-friendly flowers, stands as a testament to our commitment to diversity and sustainability. Team members across North America joined forces this month to plant pollinators in their communities. This image showcases the collective contributions of our team. Interestingly, we discovered that blue is the rarest color in nature, as we received significantly fewer blue photos. Thank you to everyone who supported this initiative. Let’s continue Planting Pride and celebrate the unique contributions that make us all bloom! #Pride #NationalPollinatorsMonth #PlantingPride

Despite record-breaking temperatures, our power grid is holding strong this summer. Curious how? From solar energy growth to vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology, explore how advancements in renewable energy and smart grid technology are enhancing our preparedness for extreme weather. https://lnkd.in/gSzAX7Tw #RenewableEnergy #SmartGrid #EnergyEfficiency

July is typically the warmest month across the nation, but an unusually early heat wave has already shattered temperature records across the country. This year, NOAA’s temperature outlook indicates that most of the country is in for even more extreme heat than usual. Check out our blog on the cooling power of heat pumps and discover how they can help keep homes comfortable. https://lnkd.in/gHwFpv84 #EnergyTransition #energyefficiency #HeatPumps

Join us in extending a warm welcome to Lynda Powers! Lynda's journey in the energy sector began as a regulator in South Carolina, where she gained invaluable insights into utility operations and regulatory dynamics. With experience at Santee Cooper and Duke Energy, including her role as Lead Strategy and Collaboration Manager in the Carolinas, she possesses a profound understanding of both investor-owned and public utilities, alongside the regulatory and political landscapes that influence their operations. This breadth of experience equips her with a distinctive viewpoint to navigate the challenges and opportunities of advancing the clean energy transition. Lynda has an MBA and a master's degree in Rhetoric and she finds passion in exploring and discussing Eastern philosophy and religion. Outside of work, Lynda and her husband indulge in their love for travel, cuisine, and fine wine. #growth #team #welcome

ICYMI: during #NationalEngineersWeek we featured a blog celebrating our diverse team of engineers who are driving innovation and shaping the future of energy. Now, in honor of International Women in Engineering Day, we invite you to join us in celebrating the remarkable contributions of women engineers. Discover how these amazing women are paving the way for a brighter, more inclusive, and innovative tomorrow! Tag: Candice Kelly, EIT, CEM, Sophie Milne, Jie McAtee, Sanjyot Varade https://lnkd.in/gePxQYFe #INWED24 #energyengineering #STEM

On International Women in Engineering Day, we celebrate the remarkable progress women in engineering have achieved despite historical challenges and underrepresentation. Their contributions, particularly in the energy sector, inspire us to foster inclusive, women-led environments where diverse talent thrives. Let's continue empowering and supporting women engineers, not just today but every day! https://lnkd.in/gc39BM7A #INWED24 #Enhancedbyengineering #womeninengineering