Shannon Cuthrell

Charlotte

Journalist, Writer and Editor at Freelance

Freelance journalist covering business & tech. Bylines: IEEE Spectrum, BusinessNC, WRAL TechWire, EEPower, NewsBreak, MinistryWatch. Essays on Substack.

Articles

Charles Petitt, Longtime President of Carolina University, Dies at 23-Year Service Mark

6 days ago | ministrywatch.com | Shannon Cuthrell

Dr. Charles Petitt, the longtime president of Carolina University whose leadership reshaped the school into a modern, globally connected institution, died Wednesday night (May 7) following a heart attack. The news was shared by family and friends in social media posts. He is survived by his wife, Dawn, and their two daughters, Tiffany and Alicia.
AI-Enhanced Platform Coordinates Solar, EVs, Batteries

2 weeks ago | eepower.com | Shannon Cuthrell

Rooftop solar panels, electric vehicles, and home batteries are now commonplace across millions of homes, especially in Europe. But many of these devices still operate in silos. A home may have a solar photovoltaic (PV) system, a wall battery, and a charger, but these devices might not respond to real-time grid conditions or price signals. The result is underutilized solar, unnecessary grid draw, and missed opportunities to tap into dynamic pricing.
No Final Deal Yet for Wycliffe’s 272-Acre Orlando Campus

2 weeks ago | ministrywatch.com | Shannon Cuthrell

Back in February 2024, Wycliffe Bible Translators listed its 272-acre Orlando headquarters for sale. More than a year later, the status of the sale remains unclear, with the property still marked “under contract” on listings from LoopNet and First Capital Property Group, the brokerage representing the site. The listing includes a 167,782-square-foot office building and 120,000 square feet of ancillary facilities, including an RV park, activity center, clinic, lodging and warehouses.
Love Boutique - Business North Carolina

2 weeks ago | businessnc.com | Shannon Cuthrell

Hillsborough’s PHE turned a once-taboo shopping experience into a $300 million adult retail empire. The first toy David Groves ever saw was the Caress Vibrator. “Eight inches, hard plastic, white and running on one C-cell battery,” he recalls. “They’d vibrate a little bit, but the quality in those days wasn’t great.” Later came more powerful models like the Prelude 2, still primitive with a 6-foot power cord.
What Do Data Center Pros Want for Efficient Operations?

3 weeks ago | eepower.com | Shannon Cuthrell

Energy storage in data centers is entering a significant transition, driven by rising AI adoption and power density requirements. A report from ZincFive, based on feedback from over 130 global data center professionals surveyed in early 2025, reveals just how fast the trends are shifting.
Will the DOE's $900 Million Push Overcome the Hurdles of Small Modular Reactors?

3 weeks ago | spectrum.ieee.org | Shannon Cuthrell

The U.S. Department of Energy has put US $900 million on the table to push small modular reactors (SMRs) from design to reality. While the funding program was originally launched in April 2024 under the Biden administration, it was amended last month to align with President Donald Trump’s policies—removing all community benefits requirements and flattening the evaluation weight evenly across technical and commercial criteria.
GM and EnergyHub Partner for Off-Peak EV Charging

3 weeks ago | eepower.com | Shannon Cuthrell

Under a new partnership, New York-based EnergyHub is unlocking financial incentives for General Motors EV owners who enroll in demand response programs managed through the company’s grid-edge software platform. In return for supporting the grid during peak hours, participants will receive financial compensation. Starting in 2025, owners of GMC, Chevrolet, and Cadillac EVs can enroll in EnergyHub programs via participating local utilities.
Companies Make 5 Major Moves in Batteries and Business - News

1 month ago | eepower.com | Shannon Cuthrell

The energy tech market remains highly dynamic, from financial collapses to technical breakthroughs. A major European battery player filed for bankruptcy, while a Chinese company pushed charging speeds to the limit. Meanwhile, a British startup is turning old EV batteries into revenue opportunities, National Grid is earmarking $100 million for AI investments, and Vanguard announced an electrification partnership. Cell manufacturing machines at Northvolt’s Skellefteå gigafactory in Sweden.
Strategic Moves by Mercedes-Benz, National Grid and Equinor

1 month ago | eepower.com | Shannon Cuthrell

Several companies have made strategic moves to secure financing, shift priorities, and refine their portfolios. Equinor locked in financing for a large offshore wind project in New York, Mercedes-Benz started testing a lithium-metal solid-state battery, and National Grid sold its renewables business to concentrate on energy networks. Mercedes-Benz is conducting road tests on a solid-state battery in a modified EQS sedan.
New Moves in SMRs, Hydrogen Fuel, and Smart Grid Tech

1 month ago | eepower.com | Shannon Cuthrell

The energy market is accelerating with major developments in nuclear, hydrogen, and grid modernization. How is Rolls-Royce pioneering small modular reactors? Video used courtesy of Rolls-RoyceRolls-Royce, Siemens Energy, TE Connectivity, and others have made advancements in small modular reactors, hydrogen-fueled wings, and smart grid technology for an aging infrastructure. A rendering of Rolls-Royce’s small modular reactor facility.