The rapid rise of data centers, particularly in hubs like northern Virginia’s “Data Center Alley,” has placed unprecedented pressure on the U.S. power grid, with PJM Interconnection, the nation’s largest grid operator, at the epicenter of this challenge. Serving 13 states and the District of
In the heart of the Southeast, an energy revolution is unfolding, driven by a staggering demand that could reshape the region's future, and Southern Co., a utility giant serving 9 million customers, has secured contracts for 7 gigawatts of energy demand through 2029, enough to power millions of
The rapid expansion of data centers, particularly those fueling the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution, is poised to transform the landscape of energy consumption in unprecedented ways, with forecasts suggesting a dramatic escalation by the end of this decade. Utilities across the United
In the rolling fields of Staffordshire, a quiet but pressing conflict is unfolding between the urgent drive for renewable energy and the fundamental need to protect agricultural land for food production, raising critical questions about balancing national energy goals with ensuring food security
In the heart of Chattanooga, a quiet revolution is unfolding that promises to redefine the city's future and set a national benchmark for technological progress, with EPB, the city-owned utility provider, at the forefront of this transformation. Leveraging advancements in quantum computing, smart
Imagine a world where the materials used to build homes not only keep energy bills low but also combat climate change by slashing carbon emissions, creating a future that prioritizes both affordability and environmental responsibility. A groundbreaking innovation from the Hauts-de-France region in
