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Retail energy markets face a wave of regulatory and structural shifts across Pennsylvania, Massachusetts, Texas, and D.C.

PPL Electric credit rules, Massachusetts municipal opt-out powers, Texas demand response changes, and a D.C. rate cap fight are reshaping supplier operations.

Renewables surpass coal, oil, and gas as the largest source of new global energy supply in 2025

Ember data shows renewables led global energy supply growth in 2025, with solar up 30% and clean power meeting all new electricity demand.

DOE's Grid Modernization Initiative targets 21st-century grid demands with national lab partnerships

The DOE's Grid Modernization Initiative is coordinating public-private research to rebuild grid resilience, security, and distributed energy capacity.

Data centers drove half of U.S. electricity demand growth in 2025, and opposition is mounting

Data centers accounted for 50% of all new U.S. electricity demand in 2025, and Goldman Sachs projects that share will keep climbing through 2027.

AI demand, nuclear strategy, and grid innovation reshape the global energy sector

From Ukraine's AI-powered grid to Canada's nuclear push, energy operators are racing to meet surging power demand driven by AI infrastructure.

States accelerate virtual power plant programs as grid demand climbs

Massachusetts and Minnesota are making headline moves on virtual power plants, signaling a wider shift in how U.S. grids manage rising electricity demand.

Data centers drove half of US electricity demand growth as time-to-power becomes the defining constraint

Data centers accounted for roughly 50% of US electricity demand growth, far outpacing the global share of 17%, with power timelines now outstripping build timel

Data centers drove half of US electricity demand growth as time-to-power becomes the defining constraint

Data centers now account for roughly 50% of US electricity demand growth, far outpacing the global rate, as power infrastructure timelines stall expansion plans

Schneider Electric spotlights "Time to Power" opportunity at Semafor World Economy 2026

Schneider Electric executives address how energy tech and policy can unlock U.S. opportunity amid rising demand from AI, electrification, and industrial growth; Company unveils new report showing automation and digital intelligence innovations can provide smart charging that's 10X cheaper than traditional grid upgrades

Grain Facility Automation Upgrade Saves $100K

Frenchman Valley Coop (FVC) grain elevator in Culbertson, Nebraska upgrades automation with Kasa Controls, saves $100K Year-Over-Year How Automation Saved This Farm Coop $100K Year-Over-Year When the Frenchman Valley Farmers Cooperative, Inc had an expansion at its Culbertson site, they decided it was time to update the automation controls on its conveyor belts and fans…

Sol-Ark Installations: The Complete Solution for Reliable Solar Power

Sol-Ark is positioning itself as a cornerstone of reliable, efficient home and commercial power systems in the rapidly evolving world of renewable energy. Their high-efficiency inverters are designed to capture and convert solar energy with minimal loss, while their robust battery storage solutions ensure uninterrupted power, whether during peak demand or unexpected outages. This…

Understanding the Infrastructure of Data Centers

AI and cloud computing are reshaping the nation's power grid as data centers double their electricity consumption by 2030

Data Centers Are Emerging as Key Players in Grid Stability

Large computing facilities are transforming from energy consumers into essential grid stabilizers through demand flexibility

Powering the Future: Applied Digital’s High-Power Density Innovations Transform Data Centers

Advanced cooling and power systems enable data centers to handle extreme computational demands while maintaining operational efficiency at scale

Advanced Metering and Data Management Tech: The Key to Meeting Clean Energy Goals in the Utility Industry

Utilities must leverage real-time insights to balance intermittent renewable sources and achieve net-zero commitments

MEPPI Leading the Charge in Grid Modernization: Pioneering Smart, AI-Enhanced Power Systems for Future Demands

Data center power consumption is poised to double by 2030, forcing utilities to rethink infrastructure with AI-powered grid solutions

New Energy Infrastructure Vs. Extending Fossil Fuel Plants: How Should the Energy Industry Tackle Aging Power-Generation Assets?

Power operators must balance rapid electrification demands against the infrastructure investments needed to prevent widespread grid failures

The U.S. Power Grid is Facing Increasing Demand. Mission-Critical Technologies Can Come to the Rescue

Strategic infrastructure upgrades and advanced technologies offer utilities a path to meet explosive demand without compromising reliability