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Latest data center news, projects, power and policy across Pennsylvania — updated daily.
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Recent Pennsylvania data center news
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From military service to mission-critical careers: How Schneider Electric is leading the way
US-based Schneider Electric has developed an innovative workforce strategy to recruit veterans for mission-critical facilities amid a growing demand for skilled technicians in data centers and energy systems. The company employs a program called SkillBridge to provide hands-on training, allowing veterans to transition smoothly into civilian careers. Schneider Electric’s commitment to filling the labor gap includes breaking down traditional silos in career development, enabling service representatives to develop expertise across multiple systems, ultimately fostering economic growth.
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Inside the US Data Center Boom: What’s powering the next tech revolution?
US-based tech companies are experiencing a surge in data center demand driven by advancements in artificial intelligence (AI) and generative technologies. With data centers expected to triple their share of US power consumption by 2030, firms like Amazon and Microsoft are facing regulatory uncertainties that could impact their infrastructure projects. The anticipated electricity demand from US data centers could reach between 248 TWh and 606 TWh by 2030, necessitating significant new power supply investments equivalent to energizing numerous gas and renewable sources.
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How much energy will AI really consume? The good, the bad and the unknown
US-based Virginia has seen a significant increase in data-centre construction, which could double electricity demand in the state within the next decade. Virginia is known as the data-centre capital of the world with 340 facilities already established. Experts have raised concerns about the rise in energy usage related to AI training, particularly as big tech firms expand their operations. In Ireland, data centres account for over 20% of the country’s electricity consumption, showcasing a global trend in energy demand. Economic benefits are noted, but so are the potential local impacts on power infrastructure.
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Canada Bitcoin Miner Acquiring Two Pennsylvania Coal Plants
Canada-based Bitfarms Ltd. has completed its acquisition of Stronghold Digital Mining, which includes two Pennsylvania coal-fired power plants, Scrubgrass and Panther Creek. The deal was authorized by Stronghold’s shareholders and is valued at $175 million, initially offering $120 million solely for mining assets. Bitfarms plans to utilize the electricity from these facilities, which can potentially supply up to 955 MW of electricity, for its Bitcoin mining operations and aims to construct data centers near the power plants.
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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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AI Boom Reshapes Power Landscape as Data Centers Drive Historic Demand Growth
US-based Enverus released its 2025 Global Energy Outlook, predicting that energy demand will rise dramatically due to the expansion of data centers, with a forecasted 1.2% increase in load for 2025. Moreover, the increase in installed residential solar is expected to contribute significantly to this load growth. Concurrently, Deloitte highlighted the urgent need for utilities to enhance grid efficiency and incorporate both reliable and clean power sources, as the demand from data centers continues to rise.
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Apple to invest more than $500B in US manufacturing
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Apple to invest more than $500B in US manufacturing
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FERC launches review of generator-large load co-location
US-based Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has voted to launch a review of co-location issues related to power generation facilities and large loads in the PJM Interconnection territory. Notably, Amazon Web Services (AWS) proposed to co-locate its data centre with Talen Energy’s Susquehanna Nuclear Plant, purchasing power in 120MW increments. FERC rejected this proposed interconnection service agreement, indicating concerns over the fairness of PJM’s current rules and requiring justifications or changes from PJM and transmission owners within 30 days.
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Catalyst Podcast: The case for colocating data centers and generation
US-based Intersect Power has announced a partnership with TPG and Google to invest approximately $800 million into developing co-located solar and storage facilities at data center sites across the United States. This collaboration aims to streamline the energy supply for data centers and catalyze $20 billion in renewable energy projects by 2030. Intersect focuses on enabling the rapid deployment of renewable energy resources in response to increasing demands from sectors like AI and digital manufacturing.