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• Apr 22, 2025

  Alberta prioritizing U.S. data center needs, former deputy minister says

• Apr 13, 2025

  America's Dirtiest Coal Power Plants Given Exemptions from Pollution Rules to Help Power AI

  The article highlights that Talen Energy Corp.’s coal-fired power plant in Colstrip, Montana, has received a two-year exemption from pollution rules under the Trump administration. This exemption is part of a broader initiative aimed at easing regulations on coal-fired plants as a response to increased electrical demand from AI data centers. The waiver permits the facility to avoid stringent controls for mercury and other pollutants until July 2029, suggesting a governmental push to prioritize coal energy amidst rising AI technology needs. Environmental concerns arise as this plant is noted for having the highest emission rate of fine particulate matter among U.S. coal plants, raising serious health implications for communities nearby.

• Mar 6, 2025

  Lawmakers Scrutinize Power Sector’s Future as Surging Demand Raises Alarms

  US-based Basin Electric Power Cooperative has raised concerns in Congress regarding the escalating demand for electricity, specifically noting a significant increase tied to AI-driven data centers and industrial loads. They estimate a need for nearly $10 billion in compliance costs due to new regulations alongside an expected 60% increase in rates by 2035. The demand for natural gas is projected to triple from 2024 to 2030, emphasizing the urgent need for enhanced natural gas infrastructure to maintain grid reliability. Furthermore, PJM Interconnection’s forecasts predict a summer peak demand of up to 220,000 MW by 2039, driven by demand from emerging technologies and manufacturing.

• Feb 5, 2025 · Telborg

  Black Hills Corp. Reports 2024 Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year Results and Initiates 2025 Earnings Guidance | Black Hills Service Company, LLC

  US-based Black Hills Corp. reported its 2024 financial results, highlighting a 4.3% growth in EPS to $3.91. The company increased its five-year capital forecast by 10% to $4.7 billion for 2025-2029, with $1.0 billion allocated for 2025. Significant investments include $350 million for the Ready Wyoming electric transmission expansion project and $118 million for system investments in Kansas Gas. The company also announced new annual revenues from rate reviews: $15 million for Iowa Gas, $25 million for Arkansas Gas, $20 million for Colorado Gas, and $14 million for Wyoming Gas. Black Hills Corp. continues to focus on regulatory and growth initiatives, with a strong commitment to infrastructure investment.

• Feb 1, 2024

  Tracking electricity consumption from U.S. cryptocurrency mining operations