Michael Puttré
Data center demand forecasts could spook utilities into overproduction
A new report from RMI urges caution and responsible new generation planning.
Largest hydrogen plant in North America slated for California
Element Resources will use solar power and battery storage to ensure 24/7 production.
Propagation of lithium-ion fires is the real threat
Live fire tests aim to demonstrate physical containment technology.
U.S. renewables developers face daunting grid interconnection queues
Many grid operators are overwhelmed by projects, according to a report by Enverus.
Remote digital services enhance battery storage on site of decommissioned coal plant
Fluence Energy operates Australia’s 150 MWh Hazelwood facility that gets a boost from India tech center.
Solar generation systems may open grids to cyberattacks
Report says vulnerabilities in even residential systems could enable widespread grid instability.
Utilities say existing customers key to meeting future demand
In an ICF survey, utility leaders cite importance of distributed generation, management systems and artificial intelligence.
Data center boom may transfer electricity costs to ratepayers
Harvard report questions utilities ability to resist special deals for big tech customers.
Data center demands spark reevaluation of energy generation sources
With estimates that demand from data centers could double or triple by 2028, energy experts discuss role of renewables in an online forum.
Renewables to prompt net load reduction from fossil sources by up to 85% by 2050
Enverus report says battery storage increasingly crucial for maintaining grid stability.
