The rapid ascent of artificial intelligence has transformed industries and daily life, but it comes with a hidden cost that many are only beginning to notice—an unprecedented surge in energy consumption that is quietly reshaping economies and environments. As AI technologies, particularly large
As the frequency and ferocity of extreme weather events continue to escalate due to climate change, utility companies face an unprecedented challenge in maintaining reliable power delivery during major storms. The devastating impacts of prolonged outages—ranging from compromised public safety to
Imagine a power grid on the brink of transformation, where millions of distributed energy resources (DERs) like solar panels and battery storage must be seamlessly integrated to maintain reliability for millions of customers across the nation. This is the reality facing utilities today, as the
The world is grappling with an energy crisis that threatens the very foundation of economic progress, as aging power grids struggle to keep pace with soaring demands and shifting paradigms, revealing a stark mismatch between outdated infrastructure and modern needs. Built decades ago for a simpler
North Carolina stands at a critical crossroads in its energy landscape, where the urgent need for growth collides with ambitious environmental targets, prompting Governor Josh Stein to launch the North Carolina Energy Policy Task Force through Executive Order 23 on August 26. This bold initiative
In a world increasingly focused on combating climate change, major corporations are stepping up with bold initiatives to reduce their environmental impact, and Northern Ireland is emerging as a surprising yet significant player in this global effort. Amazon, a leader in logistics and technology,