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The IEA’s Electricity 2025 report forecasts strong growth in global electricity demand, driven by industrial production, air conditioning, and electrification. Renewables are set to meet most of the demand growth, with significant contributions from solar and wind. The report highlights the need for system flexibility and the role of coal and gas in providing it.
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Meta, Zelestra Sign 4 New Renewable Energy Deals, Expanding U.S. Solar Portfolio
US-based Meta and Zelestra have expanded their clean energy partnership by signing four new Environmental Attribute Purchase Agreements (EAPAs) in Texas, totaling 720 MWdc of solar projects. These projects will help power Meta’s data centers with 100% renewable energy and contribute to Zelestra’s growing U.S. renewable portfolio. Since April 2024, Meta and Zelestra have closed six EAPAs totaling 800 MWac, marking a significant increase in renewable energy investments.
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Five Things to Know About Power Supply to Data Centers
The U.S. is experiencing a surge in data center development amidst increasing demand for power, expected to reach up to 9% of U.S. electricity generation by 2030. Data centers are facing significant challenges in securing grid-supplied power due to lengthy interconnection processes, often taking up to four years. As a response, many data centers are exploring alternative power sourcing models including on-site generation and off-grid solutions. This shift aims to mitigate risks associated with grid dependence and to secure reliable power access for their operations.
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Enfinity Global élargit son portefeuille aux États-Unis avec 425 MW de stockage d'énergie par batteries au Texas, dont la construction devrait commencer en 2025
US-based Enfinity Global Inc has announced the expansion of its battery energy storage systems (BESS) portfolio with two new projects in Texas, totaling 425 MW of capacity. Construction is set to begin in 2025. Enfinity will invest over $7 billion and is expected to create more than 5,000 construction jobs in this sector in the coming years. The projects aim to stabilize the ERCOT grid and support renewable energy expansion, driven by the rising electricity demand from AI-operated data centers.
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Enfinity Global Expands U.S. Portfolio with 425 MW of Battery Energy Storage in Texas, Construction Planned to Start in 2025
US-based Enfinity Global Inc. has announced the expansion of its battery energy storage systems (BESS) portfolio with two new projects in Texas, totaling 425 MW. Construction is planned to start in the second and fourth quarters of 2025, with an investment exceeding $7 billion and the potential to create over 5,000 jobs. These projects will support the ERCOT grid and aid in meeting rising electricity demands, particularly from AI-driven data centers.
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Prometheus Hyperscale Appoints Veteran Data Center Engineer John Gross Chief Technology Officer
US-based Prometheus Hyperscale has announced the appointment of John Gross as Chief Technology Officer. Gross, who has extensive experience in liquid cooled data center design, will oversee the development of Prometheus’s next-generation, energy-efficient hyperscale data centers. His leadership is anticipated to propel the company’s flagship 1GW+ project, incorporating a unique liquid cooling system that reduces energy consumption by up to 50%.
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Stargate Project Launches a New Age of AI Development
US-based OpenAI, in partnership with Oracle, Softbank, and others, launched the Stargate Project, a $500 billion AI initiative to develop artificial general intelligence (AGI). The project will focus on building AI infrastructure, creating 100,000 jobs, and potentially accelerating the development of modular nuclear power and liquid cooling technologies for data centers. Initial funding of $100 billion includes contributions from OpenAI ($19 billion), Softbank ($19 billion), Oracle ($7 billion), and MGX ($7 billion).
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Bill Gates’ TerraPower Has Deal to Use Nuclear Power for Data Centers
US-based TerraPower, a nuclear energy company, announced a memorandum of understanding with Sabey Data Centers to deploy advanced nuclear reactors (Natrium plants) to power data centers in the Rocky Mountain region and Texas. The first Natrium plant, a 345-MW sodium-cooled fast reactor with energy storage, is expected to be online in 2030.
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Carrier TechVantage Initiative plans to train over 100,000 HVAC technicians in 5 years
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Tech giants to invest up to $500B for new US data centers