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https://cleanpower.org/wp-content/uploads/gateway/2025/03/US_National_Power_Demand_Study_2025_FINAL.pdf
US-based American Clean Power Association, along with several other organizations including the American Petroleum Institute, Alliance to Save Energy, Clean Energy Buyers Association, Nuclear Energy Institute, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and the National Electrical Manufacturers Association, commissioned a study by S&P Global Commodity Insights. The study, titled ‘US National Power Demand Study’, was released on March 7, 2025. It projects a significant growth in electricity demand in the US, driven by manufacturing, data centers, and the electrification of heating and transportation. The study highlights the need for substantial additions to the energy supply, including 60 to 100 GW of gas and over 900 GW of renewables and batteries by 2040. It also emphasizes the importance of energy efficiency and clean firm technologies like advanced nuclear and geothermal in maintaining grid reliability and reducing carbon emissions. The study identifies challenges such as outdated interconnection processes, local opposition, and supply chain constraints, and suggests policy reforms to address these issues. The report also notes that wholesale power prices could be around 20% higher in the short term due to higher gas prices and increased demand.
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Renewable energy could meet the intense appetites of AI data centers. But Entergy is looking to fossil fuels.
US-based Entergy Corp. proposed to build a $10 billion AI data center in north Louisiana, which would require energy equivalent to a third of all Louisiana households. The project promises to create 300 to 500 jobs with high salaries but is criticized for increasing dependence on fossil fuels, as most of its energy would come from new gas-fired generators. Meta, the owner of Facebook, pledges to purchase 1,500 megawatts of solar power to offset some emissions but faces criticism from environmental groups that advocate for more renewable energy sources instead of fossil fuel projects.
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Apple to invest more than $500B in US manufacturing
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Building Together: AWS and Suffolk Construction
US-based Amazon Web Services (AWS) has committed $1.2 million to expand its renewable energy initiatives in eastern Oregon. The investment will fund a community solar energy program that aims to install rooftop solar systems on nonprofit organizations and community facilities. This project is expected to enhance the local tree canopy and biodiversity while supporting the community’s sustainability goals. The initiative marks AWS’s ongoing commitment to clean energy and environmental stewardship in the region.
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Apple to invest more than $500B in US manufacturing
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CenterPoint Energy reports Q4 and FY 2024 results; forecasts nearly 50% electric load growth demand at Houston Electric by 2031; increases capital investment plan; reiterates 2025 full year guidance
US-based CenterPoint Energy has reported a 50% forecasted increase in electric load demand in its Houston Electric service territory by 2031. The company has increased its 10-year capital investment plan to $47.5 billion, which includes $500 million specifically aimed at enhancing grid resiliency. CenterPoint’s President & CEO, Jason Wells, emphasized the progress made towards building a resilient coastal grid and the upcoming Systemwide Resiliency Plan, which is set to strengthen their network further and support regional economic growth.
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Indiana Michigan Power Receives Order in Large Load Settlement
US-based Indiana Michigan Power (I&M) received an order from the Indiana Utility Regulatory Commission regarding its large load tariff settlement filed in 2024. This settlement includes commitments from large load customers, such as data centers and industrial clients, to ensure their energy needs are met while also maintaining affordable rates for existing customers. The agreement reflects the energy demands stemming from significant investments in local data center projects by companies like Amazon Web Services and Google, totaling over $13 billion.
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Hydrogen power generation solution launched for data centres
US-based Modern Hydrogen and Mesa Solutions have formed a strategic partnership to provide a hydrogen power solution for data centres. Their solution utilizes Mesa’s new genset running on 100% hydrogen, combined with Modern Hydrogen’s technology that converts natural gas into hydrogen and carbon solids. The modular and scalable solution aims to improve on-site energy generation for data centres while leveraging existing natural gas infrastructure to minimize costs.
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Losing construction sectors under Trump
The Trump administration’s energy policies have left the wind and solar sectors essentially unsupported, as a significant executive order temporarily suspended new leases for wind projects. This decision affects the development of ongoing and future renewable projects in the U.S. Additionally, the administration indicated potential cuts in funding for EV infrastructure, voicing plans to rescind the electric vehicle mandate established by Biden.
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Meta, Zelestra Sign 4 New Renewable Energy Deals, Expanding U.S. Solar Portfolio
US-based Meta and Zelestra have expanded their clean energy partnership by signing four new Environmental Attribute Purchase Agreements (EAPAs) in Texas, totaling 720 MWdc of solar projects. These projects will help power Meta’s data centers with 100% renewable energy and contribute to Zelestra’s growing U.S. renewable portfolio. Since April 2024, Meta and Zelestra have closed six EAPAs totaling 800 MWac, marking a significant increase in renewable energy investments.