本报讯 （记者 方俊 通讯员 卢奇正 叶子豪） "这项技术的应用，为复杂地形下的特高压线路应急检修提 供了新的高效解决方案。"12月23日，在谈到"直升机绞车吊椅法"完成山区大档距特高压线路带电修补 地线作业时，国网衢州供电公司相关负责人说。 （来源：衢州日报） 转自：衢州日报 12月11日下午，在衢江区大洲镇，一架红色直升机悬停在300米高空，机舱下方的绞车缓缓放出长长的 绝缘绳索，绳索的末端绑着一张吊椅，上面坐着一位身着带电作业服的电力工人。"接近缺陷点，准备 就位。"通过对讲机向地面指挥中心汇报后，他被稳稳放置到±800千伏宾金线上并开展工作。从人员送 达、缺陷修复到安全撤离，整个核心带电作业过程用时约40分钟。 ±800千伏宾金线是"西电东送"的核心动脉，需要检修的宾金线3223-3224号塔档，地处大山深处，地形 复杂，传统的徒步加攀爬检修方式，有着时间与安全的双重挑战。"我们决定采用直升机搭载绞车系 统，将作业人员直接吊运至高空作业点，这样一来，原本至少需要3个小时的工作，缩短至1小时以内完 成，也降低了人员的安全风险。"国网衢州供电公司运检部工作人员叶卓儒介绍，"未来，随着技术的不 断成熟与推广 ...

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Key Takeaways Energy prices are expected to be a mixed bag in 2026, with gasoline prices falling and those for electricity and natural gas increasing.The production of oil has increased, while demand has fallen, which is putting downward pressure on gasoline prices.The reverse is true for electricity: demand is surging because of data center construction. You'll likely pay less at the pump next year, but higher electric bills may offset those savings.Energy prices will be a mixed bag next year, according ...

Core Insights - Vistra Corp. (VST) has shown strong performance in 2024 and solid gains until H1 2025, driven by increasing interests in nuclear energy [1] - Despite the positive performance, VST's stock has declined by over 16% since the beginning of the year [1] - The green economy is experiencing significant growth, with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 14% over the past decade [1] Company Overview - Vistra Corp. is focusing on nuclear energy as part of its strategy to capitalize on the growing green economy [1] - The investment profile is managed by Manika Premsingh, a macroeconomist with over 20 years of experience in investment management, stock broking, and investment banking [1]

Pinnacle West Capital Corporation (NYSE:PNW) is included among the Best Stocks for a Dividend Achievers List. UBS Makes Modest Price Target Increase on Pinnacle West (PNW) On December 17, UBS nudged its price target on Pinnacle West Capital Corporation (NYSE:PNW) up to $95 from $94. The firm kept a Neutral rating on the stock. During the company’s third-quarter 2025 earnings call, management laid out plans for a new generation site near Gila Bend. The project could add as much as 2,000 megawatts of natu ...

Evergy, Inc. (NASDAQ:EVRG) is included among the Best Stocks for a Dividend Achievers List. Mizuho Says Evergy’s (EVRG) Regulatory Gains are Already Priced in On December 18, Mizuho analyst Anthony Crowdell cut Evergy, Inc. (NASDAQ:EVRG) to Neutral from Outperform and lowered the price target to $76 from $86. In a research note, he said the stock already reflects the company’s improved regulatory setup in Kansas and Missouri. Mizuho’s model assumes about 7% earnings growth, while management is guiding fo ...

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Key Takeaways TPB relies on habitual consumer products, helping support steadier demand during economic slowdowns.JNJ benefits from non-discretionary healthcare demand and a diversified pharma and medical tech portfolio.NEE blends regulated utility stability with long-term growth from renewables and energy infrastructure.As investors look ahead to 2026, caution is gradually replacing confidence. After an extended period of market strength, supported by innovation-led growth and steady consumer activity, exp ...

Key Takeaways ES plans $24.2B for 2025-2029 to upgrade electric and gas distribution plus transmission.ES' consistent performance is likely to support long-term earnings per share growth of 5-7% from 2024 base. PURA rejected ES' $2.4B Aquarion Water sale, forcing it to pursue alternative financing plans.Eversource Energy (ES) has been making strategic investments to strengthen its transmission and distribution networks. Grid modernization and investments in advanced metering infrastructure are improving ope ...