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In case you missed it: Six big solar stories in the news this week
This summary highlights recent U.S. solar energy policy changes, investments, and market challenges.
- The Texas Senate passed a bill imposing permit restrictions, fees, and regulatory requirements on solar and wind projects.
- Apollo and Summit Ridge Energy launched a $400 million joint venture portfolio of solar assets in Illinois.
- Solar cells remain subject to existing import tariffs, clarifying government policy on trade measures.
- Sunnova, a residential solar company, plans to auction $17 million worth of energy storage equipment.
- Idaho Power grid’s largest solar installation supports a data center and includes community workforce scholarships.
- U.S. solar market experts expressed concerns beyond tariffs, including antidumping investigations and labor prevention acts.
The developments indicate ongoing regulatory, investment, and market dynamics shaping the U.S. solar sector.
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Radix IoT DCIM Platform Bolsters Global Datacenter Performance Levels
Radix IoT announced the launch of Mango DCIM, a data center infrastructure management platform designed to improve energy efficiency and sustainability in data centers. The platform offers real-time telemetry, global monitoring watchlists, AI workload latency support, and ESG reporting tools. Radix IoT aims to help data centers reduce energy consumption, optimize resources, and streamline environmental reporting, addressing concerns over the sector’s high electricity usage, projected to reach 6.7-12% of US electricity consumption by 2028.
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Texan piping company bags over $27M for projects in MENA and the Americas
Perma-Pipe International has secured multiple projects worth over $27 million in the Americas and Middle East/North Africa regions, utilizing its anti-corrosion and insulation technologies. The company opened a new UAE plant in Abu Dhabi, its largest outside North America, to meet increasing demand in the oil & gas sector. The projects include providing anticorrosion coating services in Canada and UAE, as well as double-containment and pre-insulated piping solutions in the US and Saudi Arabia.
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[Latest] Global Transformer Core Market Size/Share Worth USD 12.7 Billion by 2034 at a 3.1% CAGR: Custom Market Insights (Analysis, Outlook, Leaders, Report, Trends, Forecast, Segmentation, Growth, Growth Rate, Value)
Custom Market Insights reported that the global transformer core market size is poised to reach approximately USD 12.7 billion by 2034, growing at a CAGR of 3.1% from USD 9.4 billion in 2024. The market is driven by technological advancements, including the use of amorphous metal alloys that reduce core losses by up to 80%. Stringent energy efficiency regulations have also catalyzed innovation in materials and production processes. Companies like Arteche, Ferroxcube, and Fuji Electric are key players in this segment, contributing to the modernization of power infrastructure.
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Green IT Services Market Size to Surpass USD 69.4 Billion by 2032, Owing to Rising Sustainability Initiatives and Demand for Energy-Efficient Infrastructure | SNS Insider
The Green IT Services Market was valued at USD 18.8 billion in 2023 and is estimated to reach USD 69.4 billion by 2032, growing at a CAGR of 15.65% from 2024 to 2032. The U.S. market alone is expected to reach USD 20.2 billion by 2032, driven by sustainability practices and digital transformation within organizations. Key market players include IBM, Microsoft, and Cisco, highlighting the initiative urge for carbon neutrality and energy-efficient infrastructure.
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Shift to renewable energy runs into 'new era' of growth
The U.S. energy industry is witnessing a new era of growth due to a surge in electricity demand, primarily driven by the expansion of artificial intelligence and data centers. Industry experts have noted that this increased demand complicates the transition to renewable energy sources, particularly as the electrification of homes and businesses peaks. The North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) has indicated that without significant infrastructure improvements, energy shortfalls may become a pressing issue, with over half of North America rated as high risk for shortages in the coming years.
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AI data center boom could boost renewables — with the right drivers in place
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Societal, economic synergies of AI & durable carbon removal technology
The article discusses the integration of Direct Air Capture (DAC) technology within AI data center operations in the U.S. to manage the increasing carbon footprint associated with AI growth. Specifically, it highlights Climeworks’ role in advancing this technology and the projected reduction in costs to around $250/ton by the mid-2030s. Collaborative efforts between DAC developers and data center operators are essential to address the energy needs and waste management challenges of these facilities, with potential partnerships in clean energy procurement. This initiative could result in significant economic benefits, including the creation of over 130,000 jobs in related fields across the U.S.
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Hut 8 Schedules First Quarter 2025 Earnings Release and Conference Call
Hut 8 Corp., an energy infrastructure platform specializing in power, digital infrastructure, and compute, has scheduled its first quarter 2025 earnings release for May 8, 2025, before market opening. The Company will conduct a conference call at 8:30 a.m. ET on the same day to discuss its financial results. Hut 8 manages 1,020 megawatts of energy capacity across multiple sites in the U.S. and Canada, including Bitcoin mining and high-performance computing operations.
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Construction planning falters
Dodge Construction Network reported a 6.9% decline in the Dodge Momentum Index for March, indicating a slowdown in nonresidential construction planning. This decline was attributed to uncertainties surrounding material prices and potential tariffs from the Trump administration. Major projects in planning included a $400 million data center in Alabama and a $500 million ambulatory care building in California.