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IEEE Life Members Committee Reconnects With Members

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A session on systems that impact society is expected to discuss the energy grid and telecommunications. In the past year they have been deployed to assist survivors of floods in Kentucky, hurricanes in Florida, and wildfires in California. Topics include innovations in health technology, artificial intelligence , and robotics.

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Duke Energy partnering with Ford in V2G pilot

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The pilot program will allow Duke Energy to draw energy up to three times per month during higher peak winter and summer months, and one time per month during the remaining months of the year, for testing and research purposes and to support the energy grid during peak usage hours. Duke Energy Carolinas serves about 2.1

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Obama Announces $3.4B Investment in Smart Grid Technologies and Projects

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Map of the 100 smart grid awards. Speaking at Florida Power and Light’s (FPL) DeSoto Next Generation Solar Energy Center, President Barack Obama announced $3.4 Source: DOE. Click to enlarge.

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Ford F-150 Lightning’s V2G charging will help power NC energy grid

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Duke Energy, a North Carolina-based energy provider, is aiming to utilize the Ford F-150 Lightning to help reduce stress on the state’s energy grid. Duke and Ford plan to collaborate on a small-scale R&D test in Florida next year. ” I’d love to hear from you!

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