substation
noun
sub·sta·tion
ˈsəb-ˌstā-shən 
: a subordinate or subsidiary station: such as
a
: a branch post office
b
: a subsidiary station in which electric current is transformed
c
: a police station serving a particular area
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The company also claimed that all components – turbines, foundations, and offshore substations – are appropriately designed to withstand all anticipated weather conditions, including extreme weather.
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Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 27 Mar. 2026
There would be a total of 14 data center buildings at the site, along with two electrical substations, a utility switchyard and stormwater detention basins, according to plans.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
Edged would be required to pay for its own power, and the company is building an Oncor substation.
—Emily Holshouser, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Mar. 2026
Launched on March 13th, the format is currently available on 13 HD substations across the country, and appears to have replaced the former Pride Radio that disappeared a few weeks ago.
—Richard Wagoner, Daily News, 23 Mar. 2026
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Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 27 Mar. 2026
There would be a total of 14 data center buildings at the site, along with two electrical substations, a utility switchyard and stormwater detention basins, according to plans.
—Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 27 Mar. 2026
Edged would be required to pay for its own power, and the company is building an Oncor substation.
—Emily Holshouser, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 25 Mar. 2026
Launched on March 13th, the format is currently available on 13 HD substations across the country, and appears to have replaced the former Pride Radio that disappeared a few weeks ago.
—Richard Wagoner, Daily News, 23 Mar. 2026
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“Substation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/substation. Accessed 1 Apr. 2026.
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substation
noun
sub·sta·tion
ˈsəb-ˌstā-shən
1
: a branch post office
2
: a subsidiary station in which electric current is transformed
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