Growing concerns are emerging about Duke Energy and other utilities backpedaling on their environmental promises, particularly in North Carolina. The primary focus is on their efforts to weaken EPA regulations on coal ash and natural gas emissions, a move seen as prioritizing corporate interests
How Can Data Centers Navigate Power Supply Challenges? Data centers are the backbone of the digital age, supporting everything from cloud services to AI applications. However, the increasing demand for data processing and storage has led to significant challenges in securing a reliable and
In the evolving landscape of renewable energy, particularly solar energy, asset owners face a significant choice: invest in resilient, hardened assets or opt for standard equipment to keep initial costs lower. This is an important consideration, as resilience in this context refers to an asset’s
In a significant move, Voltus has filed a complaint with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) against the Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) over new demand response requirements that could potentially disqualify 450 MW of Voltus's resources from an upcoming capacity
President Donald Trump’s recent executive orders to halt the disbursement of funds from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) and the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) have introduced significant uncertainty and potential disruption to infrastructure and climate-related projects. These
The global shift from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources is significantly transforming power grids, presenting both challenges and opportunities. This transition is impacting grid reliability, environmental factors, and economic challenges, while also pushing for the adoption of advanced
In an effort to address long-standing disparities in digital access, AccessOn Internet recently commenced a significant project aimed at expanding internet services to rural parts of Warren and Halifax counties. The project was symbolically launched on January 15th with a ceremony held at Warren
The widespread growth of data centers and the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies have driven an unprecedented increase in electricity demand in the United States. With this expansion in digital infrastructure, the grid is experiencing significant pressures, challenging
The recent developments in the Department of Energy's projection for over 16 gigawatts of new capacity from offshore wind power projects in the Philippines pave the way for a potential transformation of the country's energy landscape. The DoE's proactive stance towards wind energy reflects the
Ohio's energy efficiency landscape has experienced considerable turmoil, with funding, policy changes, and scandals creating a rollercoaster effect for professionals and residents alike. The recent introduction of federal rebates from the Inflation Reduction Act aims to rejuvenate efforts to make
