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Latest data center news, projects, power and policy across District of Columbia — updated daily.
Recent District of Columbia data center news
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Duke Researchers: Grid Flexibility Key to Accommodate Load Growth
US-based Duke University researchers have emphasized the potential of integrating flexible loads into the U.S. power grid to support future electricity demands, primarily driven by artificial intelligence and data centers. Their report, titled “Rethinking Load Growth,” indicates that approximately 76 GW of new load could be added without exceeding existing grid capacities, as long as flexibility in power delivery is maintained. The researchers advocate for regulatory changes to incorporate this flexibility into system planning to manage the anticipated load growth effectively.
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CBRE facilities management revenue surges over 16% in Q4 2024
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Inside the data center boom: Building the future of AI, 5G and beyond
Clune Construction, ranked as the 8th Largest U.S. Data Center Contractor, is expanding its data center construction capabilities to meet the growing demand driven by AI and digital innovations. The company has grown from handling 2-3 MW projects to taking on projects up to 500 MW, with 807.5 MW of new data center facilities brought online in Q1 2024 representing 24.4% year-over-year growth.
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AEP, Exelon oppose Talen-Amazon interconnection pact to protect rate base growth potential: Constellation
Exelon and AEP oppose Talen-Amazon interconnection at Susquehanna plant due to potential shift of $140 million in transmission costs. Constellation supports ISA for Illinois data centers as it could add $5 billion to ComEd’s rate base. FERC will decide by Aug. 3. A hearing process is urged by various stakeholders.
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PJM board approves $5B in transmission projects to be built by Dominion, FirstEnergy, others
PJM’s board has approved $5 billion in transmission projects to be developed by Dominion, FirstEnergy, and others in response to the planned data centers in Virginia and Maryland, as well as announced generation retirements. The projects were selected based on their ability to meet system needs, utilize existing rights of way, and have cost and schedule risks. However, concerns have been raised by state utility regulators about PJM’s transmission planning processes, calling for changes and extended public consultation.
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Utility regulators urge PJM to move away from ‘reactive’ planning for grid reliability
Utility regulators are urging PJM to enhance grid planning to address rising costs for transmission projects due to factors such as data center load growth and power plant retirements. OPSI’s letter highlights concerns about the need for more proactive solutions and comprehensive grid reliability strategies, emphasizing the importance of holistic planning.