Ellen Parson

2 days ago | ecmweb.com | Ellen Parson

In Episode 76 of EC&M On Air, Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson sat down with David Lincoln, senior vice president at Rosendin, to discuss some really cool technology they're implementing throughout their solar installations. They have been using robots to increase the efficiency and safety of building solar energy fields. Ellen and David dive into this exciting practice and how robotic technology can help electrical contractors perform work (like solar) faster and more effectively.

3 days ago | ecmweb.com | Ellen Parson

Ellen Parson is the Editor-in-Chief for EC&M. She has a journalism degree from the University of Missouri-Columbia. She's been a business-to-business writer and editor for more than 25 years, most of which have been covering the construction and electrical industries. Contact her at [email protected].

3 days ago | ecmweb.com | Ellen Parson

During the PowerTest 25 conference hosted by NETA, the InterNational Electrical Testing Association, in Orlando, Fla., from March 11-15, 2025, EC&M Editor-in-Chief Ellen Parson got the chance to interview subject matter experts on a variety of topics. In this video, filmed on March 11, Ellen talked with Keon McEwen, Head of Solutions Development, Industrial Cybersecurity at Black & Veatch, about how artificial intelligence (AI) advancements are affecting cybersecurity.

4 days ago | ecmweb.com | Ellen Parson

One year ago this month, I wrote my viewpoint on the “ever-evolving world” of electrical design in recognition of our annual Top 40 Electrical Design Firms rankings and special report, trying to make sense of the ways in which the emergence of artificial intelligence (AI) could transform the electrical design profession. Looking back, what a difference a year makes.

1 week ago | ecmweb.com | Ellen Parson

In EC&M Code Conversations highlights, Ellen Parson, editor-in-chief of EC&M, is highlighting some of the most popular Code content from the magazine and website, but this time brought to you in audio-only form, in case you missed it. In this episode, we’re featuring "Understanding General Requirements of the NEC, Part 3" by Mark Lamendola. Mark explains what “approved” means in the NEC, and what exactly the AHJ is.