Utilities

Utilities

In Ohio, another attempt to repeal HB 6 coal subsidies

This month’s developments include Ohio lawmakers hearing testimony on bills that would finally axe HB 6 subsidies for two 1950s-era coal plants.

By Kathiann M. Kowalski . 28 February 2025
Fossil fuels

How the data center boom could harm Black communities

Pollution resulting from America’s ravenous digital demands falls disproportionately on the shoulders of Black households.

By Adam Mahoney . 28 February 2025
Utilities

Duke Energy quietly proposes second massive gas plant in North Carolina

Climate advocates say the power plant isn’t necessary and the state would be better off waiting until demand forecasts are more certain.

By Elizabeth Ouzts . 27 February 2025
Utilities

One way data centers can help the grid? By being flexible

Data centers could help slash costs and grid-upgrade times by easing off of utility grids during peak hours and finding ways to provide their own power.

By Jeff St. John . 27 February 2025
Utilities

How to build data centers without raising grid costs — and emissions

Building dirty power plants to serve the AI boom could spell climate disaster. Luckily there are ways to meet surging demand that are cleaner, faster, and cheaper.

By Jeff St. John . 26 February 2025
Utilities

Utilities are flying blind on data center demand. That’s a big problem.

How can utilities plan grid and power plant investments for the AI and data center boom when forecasts are so speculative? Some effective strategies are emerging.

By Jeff St. John . 25 February 2025
Utilities

Data centers are overwhelming the grid. Could they help it instead?

The boom in AI and data centers could drive increased reliance on fossil fuels. But there are better, cleaner options. Here's what you need to know.

By Jeff St. John . 24 February 2025
Transmission

How PJM can get the power that it needs — and fast

The grid operator’s plan to fast-track gas power plants won’t solve reliability woes, advocates say, but the quicker and cleaner options it’s exploring can.

By Jeff St. John . 18 February 2025
Policy & regulation

Indiana advocates press for data center pause amid rising energy demand

Despite tech companies’ clean energy pledges, data centers are fueling demand for new natural gas–fired generation in the state, customers and advocates say.

By Kari Lydersen . 17 February 2025
Geothermal

Networked geothermal advocates optimistic despite Massachusetts setback

Thermal energy networks are catching on in the state and around the country as a way to transition off gas and lower energy costs.

By Sarah Shemkus . 13 February 2025