The role of buildings in advancing clean and efficient energy technology has been well established. Now buildings are getting smarter and are connecting to form their own communities that achieve...

The global mobile light tower market, valued at $1.9 billion in 2021, is expected to reach a $3.1 billion valuation by 2031. A September 2022 report published by Allied Market...

If energy storage is to become part of a utility’s power portfolio or be a distributed power market for commercial applications, all roads must lead to a better battery. Lithium-ion...

If you keep your eyes on the road, you might see battery-powered electric pickup trucks, and buyers are definitely interested. Electric pickup trucks and cargo vans for commercial uses are...

A decade ago, contractors often knew the inspector who reported to the job site. That inspector arrived when scheduled and had years of field experience as an electrician. Today, the...

“I’m not going to die; I have too much to do today.” This is an assurance that Dave Madaras, president of the Chesapeake Region Safety Council (CRSC), has heard on...

In May 2020, first responders from the Los Angeles Fire Department encountered an intense blaze. News accounts said a 30-foot-wide fireball melted firefighters’ helmets, tore off their protective gear and...

Socrates, servant leadership and the safety leader—what do they have in common? While many may remember the great philosopher Socrates from studying history in school, what can a safety professional...

What is one product, tool or other item a service electrician should never be without? “Don’t leave home without it,” a tagline in American Express ads for decades, remains one...

Many of us have vehicles that are either totally or partially (hybrid) electric—cars, trucks, motorcycles, golf carts and more—and need charging systems for them. How much power is needed, and...