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Latest data center news, projects, power and policy across California — updated daily.
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full tracker →Land, power, and interconnection moves across California — each traced to primary filings.
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CAISO schedules Large Loads Initiative stakeholder meeting and draft final proposal comment period
Source: California ISO · Sep 10, 2026According to CAISO, the ISO will host a hybrid stakeholder meeting on Oct. 1, 2026 for the Large Loads Initiative, post a draft final proposal on Sep. 24, 2026, and open comments due by Oct. 15, 2026. CAISO also says stakeholders will review the proposal before it goes to the Board of Governors and before the ISO files tariff language with FERC, indicating an active regulatory process for large loads in California.
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Large Loads Initiative: Additional discussion of operational and technical requirements, call on 8/24/26
Source: California ISO · Aug 17, 2026California ISO said it scheduled an additional stakeholder meeting for the Large Loads Initiative “to provide additional time, if needed, to discuss the operational and technical requirements” in the Large Loads Straw Proposal and Large Loads Technical Requirements Straw Proposal, with topics including “Operational requirements” and “Technical requirements” (California ISO, Aug. 17, 2026). The notice also says the Aug. 24 meeting was contingent and ultimately unnecessary because “We were able to cover all of the material and will no longer need the meeting on 8/24.”
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Large Loads Initiative: Straw proposal posted, meeting on 8/19/26
Source: California ISO · Aug 12, 2026California ISO says that, following the FERC “June 18, 2026, Order to Show Cause,” its Large Loads Initiative is the “primary forum” for possible “tariff, policy, and process enhancements” affecting large-load integration on the ISO-controlled grid, including “planning, interconnection, transmission service, reliability, and operational considerations.” CAISO also says the straw proposal will address “Cost Shifting Risk Among Transmission Customers,” “Co-Location Arrangements and Load with Behind the Meter Generation,” and “Interconnection Customers Serving Electrically Proximate Large Load and Co-Located Load.”
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Large Loads Considerations: Comment deadline on information session moved to 2/25/26
Source: California ISO · Feb 12, 2026California ISO said it “has moved the deadline for written comments on the Large Load Considerations issue paper and Feb. 5 meeting discussion to Feb. 25, 2026,” and asked stakeholders to submit comments by end of day Feb. 25, 2026. The notice also says the “issue paper, presentation, and meeting recording are available” on CAISO’s Large Load webpage.
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2025 Draft Participating Transmission Owner Per Unit Cost Guides Posted
Source: California ISO · Apr 03, 2025CAISO said it “has posted the Draft Per Unit Cost Guides” and that “participating transmission owners update and publish per unit costs annually as part of the current interconnection study cycle for estimating the cost of facilities required to interconnect resources,” with written comments due by April 30, 2025, according to the California ISO notice.
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Recent California data center news
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AI in Events: At what environmental cost?
This article discusses the environmental impact of AI technology specifically within the events industry context.
- AI data centers consume about 2% of global electricity, projected to more than double by 2030, significantly impacting energy demands.
- AI data centers also use large amounts of water for cooling, comparable to a 500ml bottle for 20-50 AI chatbot questions.
- Companies like Google have seen emissions rise nearly 50% since 2019 due to data centers, impacting net zero goals.
- Event professionals express concerns about AI trends increasing digital emissions, urging responsible AI use.
- Calls for industry collaboration and government regulation to mitigate AI’s environmental footprint.
The article highlights the need for balancing AI innovation with sustainability efforts in the events sector.
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VanTran and MGM Transformers Strengthen U.S. Energy Supply Chain with Texas Expansion
MGM Transformers and VanTran Transformers have opened a new 430,000 sq. ft. advanced manufacturing facility in Waco, Texas.
- The new plant is projected to create 700 high-quality American jobs over five years.
- This expansion increases domestic production capacity by over $1 billion annually, focusing on liquid-filled transformers for data centers, renewable energy, EV charging, and utilities.
- The combined company aims to reduce lead times, enhance US energy infrastructure, and advance electrification goals.
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The facility strengthens national supply chain resilience by reducing dependence on foreign suppliers.
This expansion reinforces US industrial resilience and supports energy transition infrastructure initiatives.
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R-Zero Filtration Wins "Most Disruptive Technology" Award at Data Center World 2025
R-Zero received the “Most Disruptive Technology” award at Data Center World 2025 Innovation Challenge.
- The smart filtration platform achieves 10-15% fan energy reduction and extends filter lifespan by 2–3 times, reducing material and maintenance costs.
- Offers drop-in compatibility with existing HVAC systems (RTU and AHU racks) with no construction or downtime needed.
- Optimized for energy-intensive environments like data centers, helping reduce static pressure, energy use, and maintenance load.
- Provides continuous validation of indoor air quality and energy savings when paired with monitoring systems.
- The technology supports a payback period under two years and mitigates harm to wiring and circuit boards, improving uptime.
- The platform integrates real-time occupancy data to optimize ventilation, cutting HVAC energy use by up to 30%.
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Trina Storage North America and FlexGen Partner to Deliver 371 MWh Grid-Scale Energy Storage System in Houston, Texas
Trina Storage partners with FlexGen to deploy a 371 MWh battery energy storage system in Houston, Texas.
- The project represents Trina Storage’s largest grid-scale deployment in North America.
- FlexGen provides system integration and its HybridOS™ energy management software for optimized operational efficiency.
- The project involves equity and tax offtake partners including Macquarie and KeyBank, supporting investment confidence.
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Trina Storage’s Elementa 2 solution and FlexGen’s software aim to enhance grid reliability and accelerate energy storage deployment.
This collaboration reflects growing demand and advancements in flexible energy storage in North America, positioning the partners at the forefront of the energy transition.
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Alberta prioritizing U.S. data center needs, former deputy minister says
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Geothermal House Arrives at SF Climate Week to Highlight the Expansive Potential of Next-Gen Geothermal Energy--Including to Securely Power Data Centers
The Geothermal House event, hosted by Project InnerSpace, took place in San Francisco on April 23, 2025, to promote the global development of geothermal energy. It featured immersive VR experiences, startup showcases, and expert-led sessions on geothermal energy applications, including data centers and US energy policies. The event aims to educate and accelerate geothermal adoption worldwide.
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As AI manufacturing grows, so does the tech's environmental damage
The article reports on the rapid growth of AI hardware manufacturing and its significant increase in electricity consumption, especially in East Asia, driven by new chipmaking facilities. It discusses the environmental impact, including increased reliance on fossil fuels, and highlights potential investments in renewable energy sources by major tech firms. The Greenpeace and IEA reports emphasize concerns over energy sustainability and environmental footprints associated with AI manufacturing and data centers.
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Graycor hires construction vet to lead Southwest division
Graycor Construction has appointed Brett Helm as general manager of its Southwest Division based in Phoenix.
- Helm brings 30 years of industry experience to support the warehouse and distribution portfolio.
- Focus areas include advanced manufacturing, semiconductors, data centers, and strategic portfolio growth.
- Graycor highlights Phoenix’s advantage for data centers due to lower power costs and reduced natural disaster risks.
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Key regional projects by Graycor include Elliot Gateway industrial park, Rinchem chemical warehouses, Mlily manufacturing and distribution facility, and SkyBridge Arizona cargo processing site.
The appointment and focus confirm Graycor’s commitment to infrastructure growth in the Southwest region.
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Consumer Watchdog Report Explains Why Powerful Electric Worker Lobbyist Scott Wetch Flipped On Plans To Turn CA Climate Laws Over To Trump; Self-Interest & AI Data Center Push Behind SB 540 Exposed
Consumer Watchdog’s report uncovers the financial motivations behind Scott Wetch’s reversal in supporting SB 540, a California energy bill. The bill aims to change environmental policy control to Trump, driven by interests from Silicon Valley giants and utility companies. Wetch, a long-time lobbyist, now supports the bill, aligning his activities with major corporations such as Amazon and Google, which require increased energy for AI data centers. The report details Wetch’s alliances with PacifiCorp and SoCalGas, his investments, and past personal transgressions, highlighting the political and financial influences on California’s energy policy.
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Radix IoT DCIM Platform Bolsters Global Datacenter Performance Levels
Radix IoT announced the launch of Mango DCIM, a data center infrastructure management platform designed to improve energy efficiency and sustainability in data centers. The platform offers real-time telemetry, global monitoring watchlists, AI workload latency support, and ESG reporting tools. Radix IoT aims to help data centers reduce energy consumption, optimize resources, and streamline environmental reporting, addressing concerns over the sector’s high electricity usage, projected to reach 6.7-12% of US electricity consumption by 2028.