Posts Tagged ‘Climate and Environment’
AI Is Driving a New Era of Data Center Power Demand
Global demand for data center power and placing new pressure on energy infrastructure, due to the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence. According to a recent Gartner news report, worldwide data center electricity consumption is projected to increase 26% in 2026, reaching approximately 565 terawatt-hours (TWh), up from 447 TWh in 2025. Global data center power…
Read MoreEmbracing Summer 2025: Four Exciting Energy Solution Advancements
As summer temperatures continue to rise globally, so does the urgency for innovative and sustainable energy solutions. In 2025, four cutting-edge advancements are redefining how we stay cool, conserve resources, and reduce environmental impact—all while staying ahead of energy demands. Next-Gen Solar-Powered Air Conditioning Solar-powered air conditioning has taken a leap forward with the introduction…
Read MoreNatural Gas Microgrids: A Solution for Data Centers Awaiting Nuclear Power
Natural gas is becoming a crucial power source for data centers, with microgrid technology offering a solution to meet their growing energy demands. Enchanted Rock, a supplier of natural gas microgrids, views this technology as a temporary solution until modular nuclear reactors become viable in 5-10 years. Microgrids powered by natural gas can either fully…
Read MoreEmbracing Summer: Three Exciting Energy Solution Advancements
As summer temperatures soar, so does the demand for efficient and sustainable energy solutions. This year, three remarkable advancements are leading the charge, promising to keep us cool while conserving resources and protecting our environment. 1. Solar-Powered Air Conditioning Traditional air conditioning systems are notorious for their high energy consumption, often leading to increased electricity…
Read MoreWhite House Unveils Plan to Accelerate Power Grid Expansion
The Department of Energy created a one-stop shop for federal permitting, helping transmission developers avoid the lengthy patchwork of regulatory approvals that have traditionally slowed many major power grid projects. The new program makes the department the lead agency in permitting and finalizes a yearslong, multi-administration effort to coordinate the work of at least nine…
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