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Latest data center news, projects, power and policy across California — updated daily.
California · Construction & power moves · 1
full tracker →Land, power, and interconnection moves across California — each traced to primary filings.
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CAISO posts Large Loads Initiative draft final proposal and tariff language for comment (Large Loads Initiative)
Source: California ISO · Sep 24, 2026CAISO says its Large Loads Initiative draft final proposal and draft tariff language would add rules for large loads, including “Procedures to improve large load information visibility,” a “Framework to prevent cost-shifting,” and a “Framework for a flexible interim load interconnection (FILI) service to expedite interconnection.” CAISO also says the proposal adds detail on “operational requirements for the FILI framework” and “interactions between load interconnection studies and the transmission planning process,” while deferring a permanent flexible load interconnection option to future stakeholder processes.
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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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Recent California data center news
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Lack of power pushes rental increases in major U.S. data center markets: CBRE
Demand for data centers in North America is rising due to public cloud providers and AI companies, with northern Virginia leading in net absorption at 407.4 MW. Pricing is surging, particularly in Chicago. Dominion Energy projects in Virginia may alleviate power constraints. Dallas-Fort Worth is the second-largest colocation market, with robust construction and pre-leasing.
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Commercial electricity demand grew fastest in states with rapid computing facility growth
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CBRE acquires Direct Line Global, bolstering data center technical services
CBRE has acquired Direct Line Global, strengthening its data center services. With expertise in design and server support, Direct Line Global caters to tech firms. The acquisition enhances CBRE’s offerings for large technology clients. Similar moves include JLL acquiring SKAE Power Solutions and Cushman & Wakefield appointing David Bukovac for data center management.
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JLL taps Kristen Vosmaer to manage its Work Dynamics data center business
JLL focuses on its data center business with the acquisition of SKAE Power Solutions to enhance technical services. Peter Skae will lead the new division, reporting to Landek. Kristen Vosmaer, with 20+ years of experience, joins from GLP to manage teams and projects. JLL’s Work Dynamics team operates 252 sites globally.
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US power demand expected to jump 2.7% this summer, plus 5 other takeaways from FERC’s open meeting
US power demand is projected to rise 2.7% this summer, driven by factors like warmer weather and data center expansions. Total U.S. summer capacity is expected to increase by 3.4%, with Northern Virginia, Dallas, Chicago, Phoenix, and Northern California being key data center markets. Battery storage capacity is anticipated to grow significantly. NOAA forecasts a hotter-than-normal summer. FERC is taking action on transmission incentives and clarifying DR aggregation requirements. Invenergy’s complaint was denied by FERC regarding its PJM power plant. SPP’s planning reserve margin process is under scrutiny. NERC’s cybersecurity proposal for protecting against cyber threats was approved by FERC.
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Baldy Mesa solar + storage project now online and supporting Amazon operations
The Baldy Mesa solar + storage project in Southern California, a 150-MW solar/75-MW storage project enabled by Amazon and developed by AES, is now operational. Amazon’s AI technologies using AWS are optimizing battery usage. It is part of Amazon’s commitment to sustainable energy, supporting operations in California and Arizona.
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AI’s impact on facility operations and data center demand
Building operators and real estate managers utilize AI and data analytics for enhanced decision-making in facilities management and data center demand, as discussed at RETCON 2024 in New York. Experts like Josh Panknin from Columbia University caution the importance of data quality and structuring problems appropriately. Companies like Carr Properties and Empire State Realty Trust leverage AI for automating processes and improving decision-making. Demand for data center space rises due to AI growth, attracting investments from companies like Amazon Web Services, Microsoft, and Google. Land and power scarcity drive up lease rates in key data center markets. Cybersecurity concerns regarding data storage are highlighted by experts like MaryJean Koontz.
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Meta to bring 210 MW of solar energy to Indiana
Meta is expanding its renewable energy portfolio by bringing 210 MW of solar energy to Indiana, supporting its decarbonization goals. The company has made significant strides in reducing its carbon footprint and has become one of the largest corporate buyers of renewable energy globally. Solarpack’s CEO, Leo Moreno, expressed excitement over this milestone in the U.S. market.
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Meta to bring 210 MW of solar energy to Indiana
Meta is expanding its decarbonization efforts by bringing 210 MW of solar energy to Indiana, supporting its goal of achieving net-zero emissions by 2030. The company has made significant reductions in its carbon footprint and has committed to renewable energy sources. Solarpack CEO Leo Moreno expressed excitement about the partnership.
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Bloom Energy Announces Largest Silicon Valley Data Center Power Capacity Agreement