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- affiliated with PJM Interconnection 70%
- affiliated with Electric Reliability Council of Texas 60%
- affiliated with Persistence Analytics Group 50%
- affiliated with Neil Osnato 50%
- other PJM Interconnection 50%
- affiliated with Laura Swett 50%
- other Laura Swett 50%
- employed by Laura Swett 50%
- other Electric Reliability Council of Texas 50%
- 2026-06-19 regulatory The FERC is preparing an order to expedite AI data center applications to the power grid. source
- 2026-06-19 regulatory The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission ordered grid operators to fast-track connections for AI data centers. source
- 2026-06-18 regulatory The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission is proposing to fast-track the approval process for new AI data centers connecting to the power grid. source
- 2026-06-18 regulatory FERC issued orders requiring grid operators to justify or revise large-load interconnection rules to speed up grid access for AI data centers. source
- 2026-06-18 regulatory FERC issued new rules to streamline large-load interconnection processes for entities like AI data centers. source
- 2026-06-18 regulatory FERC ordered six major grid operators to fast-track interconnection requests from AI data centers. source
- 2026-06-18 regulatory Federal regulators agreed to let large energy users connect more quickly to the electric transmission system to accommodate AI data center demand. source
- 2026-05-09 regulatory Maryland's Office of People's Counsel filed a complaint against PJM Interconnection's cost allocation for grid upgrades benefiting AI data centers. source
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AI data center accountability issues spark legislative action and community concerns · 4 sources tracked
A significant AI data center project valued at $3.2 billion is facing scrutiny over accountability issues, particularly concerning its environmental impact and community engagement. While a comprehensive bill, the Respo…
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PJM faces 6.8 GW power shortfall amid data center growth
PJM Interconnection is facing a significant power shortfall, with its latest capacity auction revealing a deficit of 6.8 GW for the 2028/29 delivery year. This situation is intensifying pressure on the grid operator as …
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New RAG pipeline tackles label scarcity in environmental document classification
Researchers have developed a novel Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipeline to classify environmental mitigation obligations within hydropower licensing documents. This approach addresses the significant challenge …
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PJM strategy grapples with data center energy demand surge
PJM Interconnection has released a five-year strategy that acknowledges the significant impact of data centers on future electricity demand. The plan outlines priorities such as modernizing grid operations, utilizing AI…
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US Grid Bureaucracy Criticized for Diffuse Accountability
The American energy grid's oversight structure is criticized for its diffuse nature, making accountability difficult. Multiple governing bodies and member groups, including the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, crea…
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US grid proposes blackouts for new data centers during shortages
PJM Interconnection, the largest grid operator in the United States, has proposed new rules that would prioritize cutting power to new data centers during shortages. Under these proposed regulations, data centers exceed…
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PJM proposes new rules for data centers facing power demand
PJM Interconnection has proposed a new framework to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) that would allow large new electricity consumers, such as data centers, to begin operations before securing sufficient …
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Wildfires and heat strain U.S. electric grid, prompting infrastructure upgrades
Extreme heat and wildfires are presenting significant challenges to the U.S. electric grid, forcing utilities to re-evaluate and upgrade their infrastructure. Prolonged high temperatures reduce the efficiency of grid co…
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AI energy demands accelerate turbine failures, threatening grid stability
The increasing energy demands of AI operations, particularly the fluctuating loads from training machine learning models, are causing premature wear and tear on gas turbines used in hyperscale data centers. These turbin…
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PJM requires AI data centers to secure power capacity or face curtailments
The PJM grid operator is proposing a new framework that requires large electricity consumers, particularly AI data centers, to secure sufficient generating capacity to meet their demand. This initiative aims to address …
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Extreme heat waves stress US electric grid amid AI demand surge
Extreme heat waves are stressing the U.S. electric grid, forcing utilities to adapt to increased demand from both climate change and the AI-driven electricity boom. Texas, in particular, has become a testing ground for …
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Amazon urges Virginia to let AI data centers fund grid upgrades
Amazon is advocating for Virginia regulators to permit hyperscale data center operators to fund their own grid upgrades through Contributions in Aid of Construction (CIAC). This proposal aims to reduce costs for other e…
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AI data center boom threatens to reverse falling electricity costs
New research from the Electric Power Research Institute suggests that data centers have historically lowered electricity costs due to economies of scale, with prices decreasing by 3.5% for every doubling of data center …
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White House pressures PJM Interconnection on grid governance amid AI demand
The White House has issued a stern warning to PJM Interconnection, the largest grid operator in the United States, urging immediate reform of its industry-controlled board governance. Citing concerns over rising electri…
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PJM issues first backup generator warnings amid heat wave · 1 source tracked
PJM Interconnection, a regional grid operator, issued its first-ever backup generator warnings during a recent heat wave, signaling potential strain on the power grid. Although the warnings were precautionary and did no…
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Oracle's Project Jupiter datacenter faces 1-2 year delay due to pipeline permits
Oracle's Project Jupiter datacenter in New Mexico faces significant delays, potentially 1-2 years, due to issues with a proposed 17-mile "Green Chile Pipeline." The pipeline, crucial for supplying Bloom Energy fuel cell…
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New York halts new data center permits over 50 MW amid AI boom
New York has implemented a temporary moratorium on permits for new data centers exceeding 50 MW, as the state develops a framework for grid impact, water usage, and community benefits. Governor Kathy Hochul's executive …
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NextEra-Dominion merger eyed for data center superprofits, critics say
The proposed merger between NextEra and Dominion Energy is primarily driven by a desire to capitalize on the booming data center market, according to critics. While NextEra claims the acquisition is necessary to meet en…
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US data center construction hits $51B as Virginia enacts electricity tax
Data center construction spending in the US has reached $51 billion annually, surpassing traditional office development. Regulatory bodies like FERC are establishing rules for large power users connecting to the grid, w…
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Google AI Growth Outpacing Grid Decarbonization, Report Says
Google's 2026 Environmental Report indicates that the rapid expansion of AI infrastructure is outpacing the decarbonization efforts of power grids. The company experienced a 37% increase in electricity demand in 2025, l…