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House Panel Examines Energy Costs and Small Business Challenges A House Subcommittee on Rural Development, Energy, and Supply Chains held a hearing on September 2 to evaluate the impact of rising energy, water, and infrastructure demands on small businesses amid growth in industries like manufacturing and data centers. The discussion, titled "Fueling The Golden Age:

Wind and solar generators stop production at rising rates as grids and battery storage lags

Construction has begun on a $1 billion plus transmission line connecting Idaho and Nevada, marking the start of a decades-long project that has adapted its financing and intended applications along the way. Great Basin Transmission LLC, an affiliate of LS Power, held a groundbreaking ceremony September 3 in Ely, Nevada, for the Southwest Intertie Project-North,

The frantic unregulated rush to commandeer, swamp and industrialise Britains vital precious farmland and countryside with toxic lithium-ion batteries: a dangerous venture?

Southern Wisconsin communities are actively engaging in discussions about a proposed transmission line project, and the Town of Lake Mills has formally registered its opposition through recently adopted resolutions. The BECI 765-kV Transmission Line Project, led by Midcontinent Grid Solutions (MGS), involves a 190-mile route connecting three electric facilities throughout Southern Wisconsin at an estimated

Proposed Power Line Draws Community Attention in Wisconsin BARABOO, Wis. – A large gathering occurred Tuesday at the UW-Platteville Baraboo Sauk County campus as residents learned about a proposed power line intended to improve Wisconsin's electrical infrastructure. Midcontinent Grid Solutions (MGS) is leading the project, currently in preliminary planning, which would extend across Southern Wisconsin

A proposed upgrade to Wisconsin’s electric transmission line in the Driftless region is facing legal challenges and opposition from local residents concerned about potential impacts to their land and quality of life. The project, known as the MariBell Transmission Project, is partially owned by the Dairyland Power Cooperative, which says it will enhance grid performance

Low Voltage Cables Market, including historical market sizes from 2019 to 2022 and forecasts for 2024 to 2031. The market is estimated to be valued at USD 27,730.8 Million in 2023 and is projected to ...

A major clean energy transmission project, the SunZia venture, is now fully operational. Pattern Energy and Hitachi Energy announced the completion of the SunZia Transmission line, a $11 billion undertaking designed to deliver renewable energy from New Mexico to the Southwest. The 550-mile high-voltage direct current (HVDC) transmission line is capable of transporting up to

American Electric Power Texas has been awarded up to $3.26 billion in federal funding to finance approximately 100 transmission projects. The announcement was made public Thursday, July 9, 2026. Industrial Info Resources is tracking $3.5 billion in projects from AEP Texas, all currently allocated to pre-construction phase endeavors involving transmission and distribution. The Department of

As Australia grapples with increasing electricity demand, the conversation around data centres often frames them as a challenge the grid must manage. However, this perspective overlooks the potential role data centres can play in driving investment in a clean energy future. Federal Energy Minister Chris Bowen has been engaging with state energy ministers to explore how these high-demand facilities, including hyperscale AI infrastructure, can integrate with renewable energy sources and contribute positively to the national grid. Rather than being a competitor for electricity, data centres can become strategic partners in supporting grid stability, flexibility, and innovation. By investing in smart energy solutions, such as on-site renewable generation, energy storage, and demand management systems, data centres can help accelerate the adoption of clean energy technologies. This approach not only addresses rising energy demand but also positions Australia as a leader in sustainable digital infrastructure, fostering both economic growth and environmental responsibility. The debate, therefore, should shift from seeing data centres as a burden to recognising their potential as catalysts for a modern, low-emission energy system.

IREN Receives Conditional Base Load Status for Texas Data Center Campus The Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) has conditionally designated IREN’s 2 GW Sweetwater Hub in West Texas as Base Load through the grid operator’s Batch Zero process, according to an announcement made September 9, 2026. The Sweetwater Hub encompasses two sites: a 1,700-acre

Ohio Utilities Seek Approval for $1.6 Billion Grid Upgrades Driven by Data Centers Columbus, Ohio – Ohio utility companies are requesting approval to spend over $1.6 billion on high-voltage infrastructure intended to connect new data centers to the state’s electrical grid, a move raising concerns about potential cost burdens for all Ohio residents. This surge

Governor Shapiro Imposes New Data Center Requirements Through Executive Order Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro has issued Executive Order 2026-05, titled “Protecting Pennsylvania Consumers from Data Center Impacts,” which introduces new stipulations for data center projects within the state, effective immediately. The order addresses concerns over rising electricity demands and costs associated with proposed data centers

Texas legislators are scrutinizing the rapid expansion of data centers within the state, initiating discussions regarding oversight protocols to address escalating costs and potential consequences. A hearing was convened last week to examine concerns related to grid infrastructure upgrades, water resource depletion, and community impacts resulting from this growth. Governor Greg Abbott has directed the

Illinois faces growing concerns regarding energy consumption related to the proliferation of data centers, particularly those supporting artificial intelligence development. Several large facilities are under construction in the state, each requiring significant power – enough to supply roughly 100,000 homes. Illinois has actively courted data center investment, leveraging a relatively stable electricity grid, lower costs