airdone/iStock/Getty Images Plus
top 5
We highlight our top five stories of 2025 based on popularity; included are a special report on reshoring, a commentary on grid inertia, and a utility case study on substations...
ID 110858465 © Krisana Antharith | Dreamstime.com
Electric power meter measuring power usage with High voltage post
icymimentalhealthlinetrade
ID 10856954 © Phper | Dreamstime.com
dreamstime_l_10856954
franckreporter/E+/Getty Images
on the road to the future 2025
Opinion

Job Center

Sign up for our eNewsletters
Get the latest news and updates

Learning Resources

merlin_hands_1366_x_768
Sponsored
Power quality engineers don’t lack data—they lack time. Discover how a standards-driven, AI-assisted workflow with Merlin™ delivers “eyes-on everything” PQ analysis, turning overwhelmin...
Jan. 21, 2026
25edgezero013
Sponsored
As electrification surges and the low-voltage grid becomes the epicenter of reliability risk, utilities can no longer afford to operate blind. Join industry leaders as they reveal...
Jan. 27, 2026
creating_a_stable_digital_footprint_in_dynamic_fie
Sponsored
Utilities can’t hit their targets when their GIS and asset data don’t match what’s actually in the field. Join us to learn how accurate, real-time ground truth unlocks better ...
Jan. 29, 2026
ID 107849379 © Siriwong Narongchai | Dreamstime.com
High voltage AC transmission towers during sunset time on Prairie
Members Only
T&D World has teamed up with EndeavorB2B's MAPSearch to provide a downloadable map of all of the active AC transmission lines in the U.S.
Dec. 5, 2025

Podcasts

yellow_modern_podcast_new_episode_guest_introducti
Part 2 of our series features an interview with Jenny Lavin, founder and CEO of Union Care Solutions.
Dec. 19, 2025
Christina Marsh
bridging_water_power_and_oil_lessons_from_adipec_o
Bob Crossen, Vice President of Content for Endeavor B2B’s Water and Energy Group discusses his first visit to ADIPEC, the Abu Dhabi International Petroleum Exhibition and Conference...
Dec. 19, 2025
Christina Marsh
the_stories_that_powered_2025_inside_the_mostread_
The T&D World editorial staff explores the major trends shaping the power and transmission industry — from grid expansion and manufacturing challenges to system reliability and...
Dec. 5, 2025
red_and_black_modern_podcast_youtube_thumbnail_1
The second part of our podcast series focuses on Duke Energy's restoration and rebuilding in the Chimney Rock and Bat Cave areas.
Dec. 4, 2025

Transmission

Blade Platforms
bucket truck
The T187 HF offers a working height of 187 ft, horizontal outreach of 133 ft, and a 1,300 lb capacity, enabling efficient access to transmission lines, towers, and underground...
Dec. 17, 2025
ID 135604570 © Artinun Prekmoung | Dreamstime.com
High voltage electric pole and transmission lines
The ESIG report highlights how fragmented transmission planning practices hinder grid development amid rising demand and climate challenges. It proposes an 'integrate, broaden...
Dec. 17, 2025
ID 11576354 © Terrance Emerson | Dreamstime.com
Power Lines Industrial Silhouette
PG&E is conducting an 18-month trial utilizing fiber optic sensing technology to monitor transmission lines in challenging terrains, aiming to improve real-time visibility and...
Dec. 11, 2025
ID 23939426 © James Mattil | Dreamstime.com
Huge electrical towers carry power
By leveraging environmental, land, and grid data, the framework identifies high-potential regions and critical transmission bottlenecks in Texas, enabling targeted upgrades that...
Dec. 11, 2025

Distribution

NOAA
NOAA map
In 2025, despite no hurricanes making landfall in the Southeast U.S., extreme weather events continue to threaten power infrastructure. Utilities face increasing outages and damages...
Dec. 16, 2025
Koppers
wood pole
Opinion
Opinion: Industry insights reveal a shift towards smarter, more resilient utility poles with increased use of technology like drones and AI for inspections, alongside material...
Oct. 29, 2025
S&C Electric Company
line work in palau
Facing severe weather and vegetation challenges, Palau’s utility adopted automated reclosers, leading to fewer outages, faster restoration, and a more resilient, environmentally...
Oct. 27, 2025
Alex Potemkin/iStock/Getty Images Plus
Road blockage disrupts Poconos traffic
In summer 2025, PECO faced severe heat and a major storm, yet reported fewer outages thanks to grid upgrades, proactive planning, and dedicated staff efforts. Automated systems...
Oct. 24, 2025

Operations

ojoel/iStock/Getty Images Plus
silhouette transformer,
How one utility transformed its grid through a decade-long investment in visibility, control, and automation.
Dec. 19, 2025
london_power_tunnels_2_web_image
The newly energized transmission circuit serves around 340,000 properties in South East London, supplying power onwards to UK Power Networks’ distribution network through National...
Dec. 19, 2025
roundtable_graphic_1
Duquesne Light Company and the Pittsburgh Robotics Network are co-hosting this event on March 23, 2026, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Dec. 18, 2025
image_59
The Dynamic Line Rating and Asset Health Monitoring demonstration aims to boost reliability, unlock capacity and prepare California’s grid for extreme weather and additional renewable...
Dec. 18, 2025

Business & Policy

202512_denewscenter_financeleadershipannouncementv
Abby Motsinger named chief accounting officer and controller after Cindy Lee announces intent to retire.
Dec. 16, 2025
503186021_1137510028419317_5852246305732405910_n
The plan outlines a long-term approach to providing reliable service and managing customer affordability across southwestern Indiana.
Dec. 9, 2025
sdge_line_workers
SDG&E's strategic investments and initiatives include implementing safety programs, upgrading transmission and distribution systems, and integrating smart-grid capabilities to...
Dec. 8, 2025
apc_nav_news
Alabama Power will secure all existing factors in customer rates, including delaying the implementation of previously approved adjustments for the Lindsay Hill generation facility...
Dec. 8, 2025

Distributed Energy Resources

ID 339762057 © Ivan Usenko | Dreamstime.com
Futuristic smart city with digital connectivity and network overlay at night
As city grids evolve with renewable resources and IoT integration, digital twins offer a scalable solution for proactive operations, disaster resilience, and efficient asset management...
Dec. 20, 2025
254144670 © Luisfilipemoreira | Dreamstime.com
dreamstime_xl_254144670
Power demand continues increasing, but traditional responses are too slow.
Dec. 17, 2025
bff1fac817924359a4b200cba90e489d
The Great Grid Upgrade is powering UK jobs, skills and manufacturing growth through major supply chain partnerships with Siemens Energy and Sumitomo Electric Industries, Ltd.
Dec. 15, 2025
ID 141544934 © Lovelyday12 | Dreamstime.com
Clean energy power concept solar panel with wind turbine and sunset
The new GCN application offers an interactive, load-flow-based capacity map that updates continuously, enabling more accurate planning for distributed energy resources, EV infrastructur...
Dec. 10, 2025