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Recent Louisiana data center news

• Dec 3, 2024

  Tech Giant Meta Seeking Nuclear Power to Support Data Centers

  US-based Meta has announced a request for proposals (RFP) to identify nuclear energy developers who can provide 1-4 gigawatts of new nuclear generation capacity in the US, targeting delivery by early 2030s. The initiative aims to support Meta’s AI operations and data centers while contributing to grid decarbonization. Several other tech giants including Google, Microsoft, and Amazon are also exploring nuclear power options for their energy-intensive operations.

• Aug 3, 2024

  AES Introduces First AI-Enabled Solar Installation Robot

  AES Corporation introduced ‘Maximo’, an AI-enabled robot enhancing solar installation by reducing time and costs. Maximo, praised by CEO Andrés Gluski, supports projects like the 2 GW Bellefield project in California and Oak Ridge Solar in Louisiana for Amazon. AWS Director Chris Walker highlights its role in scaling renewable energy quickly.

• Aug 1, 2024

  AEP data center and other commercial sales soar 12.4% in Q2

  AEP’s Q2 commercial sales rose 12.4%, driven by data center demand. The company expects substantial growth, especially in Ohio and Texas. AEP purchased the 795-MW Green Country power plant in Oklahoma and plans to add 20.2 GW by 2033. Earnings dropped to $340.3 million, although operating earnings improved.

• Jul 16, 2024

  Data center, crypto operations in 10 states drive all US commercial power sales growth since 2019: EIA

  Data centers in 10 states led 1% growth in US commercial electricity sales since 2019, per the EIA. Virginia, Texas, South Carolina, and Arizona saw significant demand growth, while North Dakota had the highest at 37%. The agency predicts a 3% increase in 2022 sales, influenced by large-scale computing facilities and crypto operations.

• Jun 21, 2024

  MISO faces capacity shortfall next summer in northern, central regions, annual survey finds

  MISO faces a capacity shortfall in northern and central regions next summer, prompting immediate action to address new capacity needs. MISO CEO John Bear stresses collaboration with state regulators is essential. Reports suggest insufficient power supply levels, with risks from rapid power plant retirements. Upsides include potential for new capacity.

• May 22, 2024

  Microsoft plows $3.3B into data center at former Foxconn site

  Microsoft is investing $3.3 billion in a data center at a former Foxconn site in Mount Pleasant. The project aims to create 2,300 jobs by 2025. To address power constraints, Microsoft is partnering with National Grid Renewables to build a 250-megawatt solar project in Wisconsin. The data center will utilize a closed-loop cooling system to recycle water, addressing environmental concerns. Builders and contractors like MasTec and Jacobs Solutions are eyeing opportunities in this expanding sector.

• May 1, 2024

  AEP faces 15 GW of new load, driven by Amazon, Google, other data centers: interim CEO Fowke

  AEP anticipates 15 GW of new load from data centers like Amazon Web Services and Google, reflecting a growing demand for electricity. Interim CEO Fowke suggests developing new tariffs to support this growth. AEP plans significant capital investments to enhance grid resiliency and manage the anticipated load growth, which could necessitate additional generation and transmission.