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Latest data center news, projects, power and policy across Pennsylvania — updated daily.
Pennsylvania · Construction & power moves · 3
full tracker →Land, power, and interconnection moves across Pennsylvania — each traced to primary filings.
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Over 700 New Generation Projects Accepted Into First Cycle of Reformed Interconnection Process
Source: PJM Interconnection · Aug 03, 2026PJM Interconnection said it accepted “715 new generation projects, capable of generating more than 200 GW” into the first cycle of its reformed interconnection process, signaling a very large PJM queue of projects seeking connection. PJM also flagged policy and procedural activity around load growth, with posts on “PJM Reliability Backstop Proposal” and “PJM Board Directs Action on Resource Adequacy, Affordability and Large Loads,” indicating regulatory and market changes that could affect large-load hookups in PJM territory.
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PJM Reviews Preliminary Recommended Projects for 2025 RTEP Window 1
Source: PJM Inside Lines · Dec 08, 2025PJM Inside Lines reported that PJM reviewed the 2025 RTEP Window 1 proposals and chose final recommended projects from “a total of 134 proposals – 57 greenfield projects and 77 upgrades to existing facilities – submitted by 19 entities.” The article says the window addresses reliability needs driven by load growth, offshore wind delays, and regional flow changes, and that “The estimated total cost for this expansion of the transmission system is approximately $11.6 billion.”
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Recent Pennsylvania data center news
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Constellation, Calpine, others urge FERC to reject Exelon co-location tariff proposals
Constellation and others urge FERC to reject Exelon’s co-location tariff proposals for being discriminatory.
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Data center owners turn to nuclear as potential electricity source
Data centers opt for nuclear for reliable, emissions-free electricity amidst growing demand and PPAs.
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AI will help, not hinder, grid decarbonization: NVIDIA CEO
NVIDIA CEO states AI aids grid decarbonization, predicting weather and optimizing energy use efficiently.
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A fast-track PJM interconnection review could speed Three Mile Island restart: Constellation CFO
Gov. Josh Shapiro urges PJM to fast-track interconnection for Three Mile Island nuclear restart.
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With load growth and fear of rising utility bills, are low-income customers protected?
Rising data center demand threatens low-income customers with higher energy bills, requiring protective measures.
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Surging data center power demand risks subtracting clean energy from the grid
The rising energy demand from AI, exemplified by Microsoft, Google, and Amazon’s investments, could strain the US grid. AWS’s $650 million deal with Talen Energy for nuclear power highlights potential clean energy diversion from consumers. Policymakers and regulators are urged to address these challenges to maintain grid reliability and carbon goals.
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AI, manufacturing spur SMR interest but project complexity weighs on deals: NuScale
NuScale CEO John Hopkins highlighted burgeoning demand for clean power from AI-driven data centers and onshored manufacturing. NuScale collaborates with ENTRA1 Energy on project development and has an ongoing 462-MW nuclear project in Romania with Fluor Corporation. The company remains the sole NRC-certified SMR provider and is positioned for significant DOE awards.
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Constellation raises 2024 profit guidance amid PJM load growth, tighter power supplies
Constellation has increased its 2024 profit guidance due to rising PJM load and tighter power supplies. Higher capacity prices are driving the urgency for hyperscalers to finalize power deals, says Dominguez. Constellation supports colocation with nuclear plants for data centers, envisioning economic and grid efficiency benefits. FERC’s upcoming technical conference on colocation deals involves parties like Constellation, Amazon Web Services, and Talen Energy.
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FERC seeks more info on Talen-Amazon nuclear interconnection pact
FERC seeks more information on the Talen-Amazon nuclear interconnection pact involving PJM and PPL Electric Utilities. The amended ISA could set a precedent for co-located data centers at nuclear plants. Talen plans to sell power from Susquehanna Nuclear to Amazon Web Services. FERC’s decision could impact transmission costs and market regulations.
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PJM capacity auction to lead to double-digit rate hikes for Exelon utilities: CFO
Exelon’s PJM capacity auction for 2025/26 will likely cause double-digit rate hikes for subsidiaries like Baltimore Gas and Electric. CFO Jeanne Jones attributes this to transmission constraints. CEO Calvin Butler highlights infrastructure investment needs. Exelon plans $34.5 billion in capital investments. Q2 income rose 31% to $448 million.