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$2.2B for 13 GW of New Transmission Capacity: DOE Unveils Latest Boost for U.S. Grid Modernization

August 6, 2024
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The Biden administration will invest $ 2.2 billion in eight projects under its Grid Resilience and Innovation Partnership (GRIP) program to bolster the nation’s power grid with nearly 13 GW of […]

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Transferable Skills: Definition and List of Examples

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To break into a new business sector, land a higher-level position, or change careers entirely, you need to demonstrate relevant skills on your resume. But the Catch-22 is, you can’t develop these without getting your foot to the door first. Or so you think. 

The truth is: Even if you are planning for a clean start in a completely new role, you won’t be starting from ground zero. Why? 

Because you have transferable skills. 

What Are Transferable Skills? 

Transferable skills are abilities and competencies you can apply across different work contexts, like communication, problem-solving, or time management. 

For example, if you used to be a retail associate, you likely have strong interpersonal skills like rapport building, persuasion, or active listening. To boot, you probably have some solid organizational creds like being good with personal time management or misc administrative work. 

These skills are easily transferable to other roles like an administrative assistant or a project coordinator because you’d be doing similar tasks but in a different context.…

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History of Power: TVA’s Browns Ferry Nuclear Power Plant Turns 50

August 4, 2024
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Browns Ferry Unit 1, the Tennessee Valley Authority’s (TVA’s) first nuclear reactor, turned 50 on Aug. 1, 2024, marking a significant milestone in the iconic plant’s storied history. To commemorate […]

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Construction of Browns Ferry Nuclear Plant began in 1966, and commercial operation of Unit 1 started in 1974. The unit marked its 50th year on Aug. 1, 2024. Courtesy: TVA

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Utility Specialist/Pre-Apprentice Estimator (Local 659) – Albany, Oregon – #112004 (ALBANY, OR, US, 97321)

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Join Our Team!

 

PacifiCorp is seeking customer-centric candidates to grow and sustain our commitment to a culture of customer service excellence, environmental sustainability and diversity, equity and inclusion.

General Purpose

 

A Utility specialist is a qualified employee who shall perform work mutually agreed to by the Company and Union. Duties typically assigned to the Utility Specialist are Collections/Connects/Disconnects/Removal; Replacement or exchange of single-phase self-contained meters; locates; pole test and treat; Joint Use Coordination; Equipment Operation and others as agreed to by the Company and Union. The Utility Specialist may be required to hold a Commercial Driving license as dictated by the assigned duties and pass minimum qualification requirements as mutually agreed to by the Company and the Union. The Utility Specialist with proper training may be assigned to drive or operate equipment, as follows:

 

1. Pick-up, 6-person capacity;

2. Trucks, one and one-half (1 ½);

3. Line Trucks (Boom Trucks);

4. Trucks hauling poles, material or towing a trailer (except hot line tool trailer);

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Generating Utility Industry News – August 2024 – [Generation Network Community Manager Digest]

August 2, 2024
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​​​Thank you for checking out the Generation Network Community Manager digest. This piece compiles important articles that concern different elements of the power generation side of the utility sector. The articles referred to in this piece are just a small smattering of the content posted on Energy Central, so make sure to check the rest of the site. Get to Know Your Community..
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India’s Prototype Fast Breeder Nuclear Reactor Moves Closer to Criticality

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India’s Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB) will allow the country’s flagship 500-MWe/1,250-MWth prototype fast-breeder reactor (PFBR) in Kalpakkam, Tamil Nadu, to approach criticality. The nuclear energy safety watchdog on July 30 […]

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Fuel loading began in March 2024 at India’s 500-MWe/1,250-MWth prototype fast-breeder reactor (PFBR) located at Kalpakkam, Tamil Nadu. Courtesy: Bharatiya Nabhikiya Vidyut Nigam Ltd.

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