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    Fig. 1. An electrically powered passenger vehicle needs a dedicated charging circuit. Article 625 provides the requirements for installing the conductors and equipment for electric vehicle charging, power export, or bidirectional current flow.

    NEC Requirements for EV Equipment

    Nov. 9, 2023
    The electrical conductors and equipment for connecting an electric vehicle to premises wiring must meet specific guidelines.
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    The 10 Least-Green States in America: 2024

    April 29, 2024
    See which states ranked the lowest in terms of environmental-friendliness.
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    NFPA Announces New Resources and Guidelines on Safe Electric Vehicle Charging at Home

    April 24, 2024
    New online resources offer detailed information about lithium-ion batteries, EV maintenance, and what tips consumers can follow to stay safe when charging their electric vehicle...
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    The Future of R&D Legislation on Design/Contractor Firms

    April 23, 2024
    How upcoming legislation would accelerate expensing that could benefit contractors, design firms.
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    Auburn’s McCrary Institute and Oak Ridge National Laboratory to Partner on First Regional Cybersecurity Center

    April 23, 2024
    The partnership aims to pilot regional cybersecurity research and operations center to protect the electric power grid against cyber attacks.

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    Demystifying IECC and ANSI/ASHRAE/IES Lighting and Control Requirements

    April 16, 2024
    Since different states and municipalities adhere to different versions of IECC and ASHRAE 90.1, it's critical for contractors to understand what’s required and how to apply the...
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    Power Play

    April 16, 2024
    Power over Ethernet (PoE) enables new lighting options — and new competition from low-voltage contractors. How does illumination stack up against other PoE applications?
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    Electrical Supply Chain Challenges and Solutions

    April 15, 2024
    Best practices for electrical contractors and their manufacturer partners

    New Product Showcase: Lighting & Controls — April 2024

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