‘Sustainable AI’ requires close collaboration between data centers, grid stakeholders: Schneider Electric

Without effective planning, the expected surge in AI power demand could curtail the industry’s growth, hamper other sectors’ electrification efforts and possibly precipitate an energy crisis, a new report says.

By Brian Martucci • May 2, 2025

Why customer engagement is the key to VPP success

What if one of the most powerful tools for strengthening the grid is already in customers’ garages, basements, driveways and businesses?

By Hannah Bascom • April 30, 2025

Smaller, public utilities see growth potential in data centers, but there are risks: APPA

Utility leaders can take steps to attract potentially lucrative large loads while mitigating risks for existing customers, the American Public Power Association says.

By Brian Martucci • April 24, 2025

Enphase to absorb bulk of China tariff hit this year: CEO

The U.S.-based battery and electrical equipment provider is working to reduce its China exposure amid tariff and domestic policy uncertainty, executives said Tuesday.

By Brian Martucci • April 23, 2025

How AI data centers can support grid reliability in Texas and across the US

An Enhanced Reliability Interconnection framework would prioritize connections to the grid for large loads that improve reliability through flexibility and behind-the-meter generation.

By Gideon Powell and Josh T. Smith • April 22, 2025

Atlanta to launch Climate Resilience Action Plan

The city plans to move forward even as federal support is uncertain and the plan’s focus on energy burden equity has put it in the Trump administration’s crosshairs.

By Robyn Griggs Lawrence • April 21, 2025

New York expands EV purchase, charging equipment incentives

New York is making $30 million available to assist with the lease or purchase of new electric vehicles. The state is also expanding efforts to reduce equipment installation costs for Level 2 chargers.

By Robert Walton • April 21, 2025

Small data centers, big impact: How demand response can fuel the energy transition

Smaller data centers and other commercial and industrial sources can play a key role in stabilizing the grid by participating in demand response programs and implementing battery storage solutions.

By Rachel Permut • April 18, 2025

Schneider Electric debuts data center consulting service

EcoConsult for Data Centers offers a road map to boost operational efficiency, maximize uptime and extend equipment and facility service life, Schneider says.

By Brian Martucci • April 17, 2025

The US is facing unprecedented load growth. Here’s how we ensure resource adequacy.

Adding sufficient resources fast enough to reliably meet the growth will require an array of demand- and supply-side resources as well as stronger transmission interconnection planning.

By Samuel Newell • April 17, 2025

Why microgrids are the key to grid resilience

Amid evolving domestic and geopolitical landscapes, microgrids offer a reliable, cost-effective energy solution — advancing the nation toward energy independence and security for years to come.

By Nicole Bulgarino • April 15, 2025

LUMA installs Puerto Rico’s first smart meter

Through a partnership with Itron, the smart meter installations are starting in the capital of San Juan and will extend island-wide over three years, LUMA says.

By Robert Walton • April 15, 2025

More public EV charging, including curbside, envisioned in Chicago plan

“By prioritizing equity and public input, we’re creating a roadmap for electric transportation that serves every neighborhood and helps drive down emissions across Chicago,” CDOT Commissioner Tom Carney said.

By Ryan Kushner • April 14, 2025

Brockton, Mass., leverages energy savings contract to preserve, improve two historic buildings

New window, lighting and HVAC systems aim to reduce energy and improve air quality, including in one building that has been unusable in extreme weather. 

By Joe Burns • April 11, 2025

Bill to undo Biden-era water heater efficiency rule heads to Trump’s desk

Republicans say former President Biden “waged war on our home appliances” and are looking to undo energy efficiency rules and standards.

By Robert Walton • April 11, 2025

Liberty Energy to deploy modular gas-fired ‘power blocks’ at Pennsylvania industrial site

The rapidly deployable systems could support a scalable data center or other large-load industrial client using fuel sourced from the surrounding Marcellus Shale, the company said.

By Brian Martucci • April 9, 2025

EnergyHub partners with GM to use EVs as grid resources

General Motors’ sales of electric vehicles jumped 94% in the first quarter. EnergyHub said its managed EV charging programs can help utilities maintain grid stability as EV demand rises.

By Robert Walton • April 9, 2025

US electricity demand will grow 50% by 2050, electrical manufacturer study finds

Data centers and transportation electrification will drive U.S. electricity demand about 2% higher each year for the next quarter century, according to a new analysis completed for the National Electrical Manufacturers Association.

By Robert Walton • April 7, 2025

DOE offers 16 locations for possible data center, energy infrastructure development

The federal government is seeking input on data center “power needs, timelines, and approaches to co-locating energy sources with data centers or sources for surplus interconnection capacity.”

By Robert Walton • April 4, 2025

Trump guts LIHEAP, threatening $378M in energy assistance already approved by Congress

State energy assistance programs have funding to continue short-term operations, but the elimination of federal staff threatens the long-term stability of a popular program, experts say.

By Robert Walton • April 2, 2025

PG&E announces microgrid awards for $43M as Sunrun joins its 2025 VPP

The nine microgrid projects will serve about 9,000 customers in disadvantaged or vulnerable Northern California communities, the utility said.

By Brian Martucci • April 2, 2025

Where battery and hydrogen-powered trains are coming to US commuter rail

Three global train manufacturers with zero-emission trains operating in Europe are vying for U.S. contracts.

By Dan Zukowski • April 1, 2025

Utilities should develop data center tariffs to protect consumers, decarbonize: SWEEP

Rising data center electricity demands threaten utility decarbonization efforts, potentially requiring fossil fuel generation and pulling renewables away from other electrification efforts, per a Southwest Energy Efficiency Project report.

By Robert Walton • March 28, 2025

GM Energy joins PG&E bidirectional EV charging pilot in California

Certain electric vehicle owners are now eligible for discounts on charging equipment that can be used to power homes during blackouts.

By Kalena Thomhave • March 28, 2025

Schneider Electric to invest $700M in US manufacturing

The investment will help expand production of electric grid equipment and research into microgrids and AI-driven automation.

By Kate Magill • March 27, 2025