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Latest data center news, projects, power and policy across Michigan — updated daily.
Michigan · Construction & power moves · 5
full tracker →Land, power, and interconnection moves across Michigan — each traced to primary filings.
Recent Michigan data center news
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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.
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US to add 217 GW distributed energy resource capacity through 2028: Wood Mackenzie
Wood Mackenzie projects the US to add 217 GW of Distributed Energy Resource (DER) capacity by 2028, surpassing DOE’s targets. Various technologies like distributed solar, storage, and fuel-based generation will contribute to offsetting peak load demands. Flexible EV charging and building automation systems are highlighted for their potential growth, with a focus on regulatory support and coordination opportunities.
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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.