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Latest data center news, projects, power and policy across Ohio — updated daily.
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Why Geothermal is the Hot Ticket to Low-Carbon Data Centers?
The article discusses the potential of geothermal energy for powering low-carbon data centers.
Tech giants like Amazon, Microsoft, and Meta are expanding quickly, and data centers’ electricity demand is projected to rise significantly, reaching between 325 and 580 TWh by 2028.
The U.S. Department of Energy revealed that geothermal energy could avoid up to 516 million metric tons of CO₂ equivalent emissions by 2050.
Innovations in Enhanced Geothermal Systems are making it feasible for data centers to generate clean and reliable power, potentially supplying up to 15% of power in key data center hubs.
Major investments are being made by companies, including a partnership between Alphabet and NV Energy to secure 115 MW of geothermal power. -
AlphaGen Proposes 450 MW of Additional High-Reliability Generation Across PJM
AlphaGen, a power infrastructure management firm, submitted plans for 450 megawatts (MW) of additional electric generation at four existing power stations in Maryland, New Jersey, and Ohio. This submission was part of the PJM’s Reliability Resource Initiative (RRI), aimed at enhancing reliable electric generation infrastructure. The planned projects include a significant 300+ MW increase from natural gas-fueled units in New Jersey, capable of powering approximately 250,000 homes. This initiative reflects the rising demand for electricity driven by factors including electrification and the growth of data centers.
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LS Power Adding Gas-Fired Capacity as Part of PJM Initiative
LS Power announced its application to build approximately 700 MW of new generation supply as part of PJM’s Reliability Resource Initiative (RRI) aimed at connecting high-reliability projects to the grid. The company is converting two peaking facilities in Ohio and Pennsylvania to baseload combined-cycle plants and plans capacity uprates at other existing facilities in Virginia and Pennsylvania. The total investment for these projects exceeds $1 billion, with completion anticipated sooner than larger projects.
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LS Power Submits Proposal to Add New Generation Supply Across PJM
LS Power has submitted a proposal to construct approximately 700 MW of new generation capacity as part of PJM’s Reliability Resource Initiative (RRI). This initiative seeks to expedite the connection of shovel-ready, high-reliability projects to the grid due to increasing demand and forecasted load growth. LS Power plans to convert two facilities in Pennsylvania and Ohio to base-load combined cycle plants and has projected an investment value of more than $1 billion for these capacity additions.
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🌎 Gas turbine gridlock #236
Engie recently pulled out of two gas plants in Texas, Perseus and Spenser, due to procurement delays. The White House’s energy abundance agenda and rising electricity demand from data centers highlight the role of natural gas. However, gas turbine manufacturers are facing severe delays, with delivery backlogs extending to 2029. As a result, the gas plant projects are threatened, prompting developers to plan equipment acquisition well into the future.
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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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MARA Announces Bitcoin Production and Mining Operation Updates for February 2025
US-based MARA Holdings, Inc. announced updates on its bitcoin production and mining operations for February 2025. The company’s bitcoin production per day increased by 4% compared to January, despite a decrease in blocks won and overall bitcoin production of 6%. MARA also reported the construction progress on a 40-megawatt data center in Ohio, which aims to enhance its energy efficiency and bitcoin mining capacity. The company holds a total of 46,374 BTC as of the end of February 2025 and did not sell any BTC during this period.
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The SMR Gamble: Betting on Nuclear to Fuel the Data Center Boom
US-based tech giants including Microsoft and Amazon Web Services have committed significant investments to advance nuclear power as a solution to their growing energy demands from AI-driven data centers. Microsoft and Constellation Energy invested $1.6 billion to restart the Three Mile Island nuclear plant, targeting a 2028 reopening. Additionally, Google signed an agreement with Kairos Power to develop a 500-MW fleet of small modular reactors by 2035. Amazon announced plans to back multiple SMR projects totaling 5 GW in energy capacity, indicating a strong industry push towards nuclear solutions to meet sustainability targets.
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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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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.