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Rick Lozano ⚡️🔋☀️☢️🛢️ @gridguru.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

☀️ U.S. solar capacity passes coal capacity in 2026. 🪨 Coal peaked in 2011 at 283 GW, declining to 157 GW by 2027. Solar was 1 GW in 2010 and will be roughly 240 GW by 2027. #renewables #solar

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Rick Lozano ⚡️🔋☀️☢️🛢️ @gridguru.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

For the first time ever, solar power generated a majority (51%) of California’s electricity in May 2026. From under 2% in 2012 to powering over half the state today, clean, abundant solar energy is proving that a fast transition to renewables isn't just possible, it’s happening.

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Rick Lozano ⚡️🔋☀️☢️🛢️ @gridguru.bsky.social · 22/10/2025

A study in Environmental Research found that air pollution from burning fossil fuels causes ~8.7 million deaths every year — about 1 in 5 globally. it’s a powerful reminder that every MW shifted toward cleaner energy isn’t just about carbon or compliance — it’s about saving lives. ⚡

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Rick Lozano ⚡️🔋☀️☢️🛢️ @gridguru.bsky.social · 13/10/2025

Indigenous Peoples’ Day: Today we celebrate the people who first called this land home. We remember the struggles and tragedies they endured. We honor their place in, and contribution to, the shared story of America.

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Rick Lozano ⚡️🔋☀️☢️🛢️ @gridguru.bsky.social · 05/10/2025

⚡️As AI grows, so does the electricity it needs. By 2035, data center power demand could quadruple. At #CAISO, we’re working to keep California’s lights on and emissions down in the #AI era. #EnergyFuture

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Rick Lozano ⚡️🔋☀️☢️🛢️ @gridguru.bsky.social · 05/10/2025

Each new turbine not only generates clean power, it represents innovation, collaboration, and a more resilient future for our grids. And honestly, it’s an incredible time to be part of it. #renewableenergy #windpower

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Rick Lozano ⚡️🔋☀️☢️🛢️ @gridguru.bsky.social · 22/09/2025

The western energy imbalance market (WEIM) transfer data shows just how dynamic the Western market has become. BA’s aren’t just importing power, they’re exporting too. This two-way flow highlights the diversity of resources, which boosts reliability and lowers cost #energymarkets

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Rick Lozano ⚡️🔋☀️☢️🛢️ @gridguru.bsky.social · 16/09/2025

Feliz Día de la Independencia! 🇲🇽 Celebrating the strength of our people, the richness of our culture, and the love of family that carries through every generation. Proud to honor my heritage—¡Viva México!

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Rick Lozano ⚡️🔋☀️☢️🛢️ @gridguru.bsky.social · 02/09/2025

🔌💡The data is clear: 2025 is on track to be one of the hottest years on record. For everyone in the energy industry, this isn't just a number, it's a signal. We have to accelerate our transition and invest in sustainable solutions. The grid's future, and our planet's, depends on it. #renewables

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Rick Lozano ⚡️🔋☀️☢️🛢️ @gridguru.bsky.social · 28/08/2025

🔌💡Residential power costs are nearing record highs. It’s a reminder that adding generation alone doesn’t guarantee affordability. Transmission constraints, market design, and reliability needs all shape the final bill. The grid is the price driver as much as the plants.

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Rick Lozano ⚡️🔋☀️☢️🛢️ @gridguru.bsky.social · 14/08/2025

🔌💡That’s how much coal U.S. utilities burned in July, McCloskey estimates—the most for any summer month since 2022—as a heat wave pushed up demand for air conditioning in the Eastern U.S. - Wall Street Journal

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Rick Lozano ⚡️🔋☀️☢️🛢️ @gridguru.bsky.social · 20/07/2025

According to Mark Zuckerberg of Meta, they plan on building data centers that will consume up to 5 gigawatts or 5,000 MW electricity. That’s about the peak demand of electricity for the entire San Diego, California area - in one building 😳

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Rick Lozano ⚡️🔋☀️☢️🛢️ @gridguru.bsky.social · 19/07/2025

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Rick Lozano ⚡️🔋☀️☢️🛢️ @gridguru.bsky.social · 09/02/2025

The moment the Baltic states of Estonia, Latvia and Lithuania completed a switch separating from Russia's electricity grid to EU's system.

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Rick Lozano ⚡️🔋☀️☢️🛢️ @gridguru.bsky.social · 08/02/2025

Sounds ridiculous when you read it out loud yet here we are.

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Rick Lozano ⚡️🔋☀️☢️🛢️ @gridguru.bsky.social · 20/12/2024

NERC’s long term reliability assessment is out and it’s not encouraging. America’s grid is approaching a tipping point. From 2025 through 2034, major regions could face power shortages as demand from data centers, EVs, and industry outpaces upgrades. #GridResilience #EnergyFuture

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Rick Lozano ⚡️🔋☀️☢️🛢️ @gridguru.bsky.social · 13/12/2024

California ISO stats for Oct 2024: Peak demand hit 41,447 MW, with renewables covering 19,382 MW at their peak. Solar alone peaked at 17,314 MW! Renewable energy is proving its strength—time to double down on clean energy investments and keep California leading the way. #CleanEnergy #CaliforniaISO

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Rick Lozano ⚡️🔋☀️☢️🛢️ @gridguru.bsky.social · 01/12/2024

🌟 Best in the West: The California ISO has been awarded the highest score in our region by Americans for a Clean Energy Grid. The evaluation and ranking assessed the strength of transmission planning and development efforts across 10 U.S. regions. #CleanEnergyGrid #CAISO

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Rick Lozano ⚡️🔋☀️☢️🛢️ @gridguru.bsky.social · 26/11/2024

Science is under attack—climate, vaccines, education, and more. Silence isn’t an option. Scientists must step up, advocate, engage with policymakers, and defend evidence-based research. Bold action is essential for the future. buff.ly/412qRlk

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Rick Lozano ⚡️🔋☀️☢️🛢️ @gridguru.bsky.social · 24/11/2024

Manitoba Hydro uses controlled short-circuits to heat power lines, melting ice efficiently. This process can clear 30–50 km of ice in about three hours with minimal or no customer outages. Ice removal prevents safety hazards, damage to poles, and “galloping” lines, which can cause outages or fires.

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Rick Lozano ⚡️🔋☀️☢️🛢️ @gridguru.bsky.social · 21/11/2024

🚀 CAISO continues to lead the charge in grid modernization! 🔋 Active battery capacity in our Balancing Area has skyrocketed from ~0 MW in 2018 to over 10,000 MW projected by 2024. This energy storage boom ensures reliability while supporting clean energy goals. #EnergyTransition #GridInnovation

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Rick Lozano ⚡️🔋☀️☢️🛢️ @gridguru.bsky.social · 20/11/2024

🚙 EV sales are surging to 16.7M in 2024, with North America’s growth accelerating. Thanks to bold policy moves like tax credits and infrastructure investments by the current U.S. administration, the EV market is charging ahead. 🔋 #EVs #EnergyPolicy #CleanEnergy

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Rick Lozano ⚡️🔋☀️☢️🛢️ @gridguru.bsky.social · 20/11/2024

Little guy insists I’ve been on Blue Sky too long 🥹

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Rick Lozano ⚡️🔋☀️☢️🛢️ @gridguru.bsky.social · 18/11/2024

Wow, I’m actually off work during an atmospheric river that’s forecasted to drop 4 to 8 inches of rain over the next few days. Finally, a chance to see what it’s like to experience a power outage instead of preventing one. 😂

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Rick Lozano ⚡️🔋☀️☢️🛢️ @gridguru.bsky.social · 18/11/2024

Humanity’s timeline of climate change denial: from ‘nah,’ to ‘maybe,’ to ‘oh no.’ Let’s keep working to skip the last stage and act now.

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Rick Lozano ⚡️🔋☀️☢️🛢️ @gridguru.bsky.social · 17/11/2024

From the Economist: Global renewable energy growth is smashing past all predictions—700 GW added annually by 2024! It’s like aiming for the moon and hitting Mars. Solar, wind, and more are transforming the energy landscape faster than anyone dared to hope. #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergy

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Rick Lozano ⚡️🔋☀️☢️🛢️ @gridguru.bsky.social · 15/11/2024

Happy 10th birthday to the best boy ever! 🎉🐾 You’ve been filling our lives with unconditional love, endless tail wags, and more joy than we could have ever imagined. Here’s to more belly rubs, long walks, and treats than you know what to do with. We love you, Elvis! ❤️

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Rick Lozano ⚡️🔋☀️☢️🛢️ @gridguru.bsky.social · 13/11/2024

Life with a golden retriever and two corgis means I’m on high alert every time the doorbell rings. The golden’s ready to be everyone’s best friend, while the corgis are convinced it’s their duty to protect us from the terrifying Amazon guy. My doorbell PTSD is real. 🐾

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