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US Regulator Pushes for Data Center Power Rules Overhaul
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has directed major U.S. electric grid operators to review how they connect exceptionally large power users, including data centers, as electricity demand surges across the country. Announced on June 18, the regulator issued...
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Federal Court Finalizes Ruling Against Offshore Wind Ban After Government Drops Appeal
A federal court has finalized its ruling that struck down a sweeping ban on offshore wind development after the government chose to drop its appeal, bringing a definitive end to a legal battle that began in early 2025.
The dispute...
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Meta Expands Renewable Energy Partnership with RWE Through Major Solar Development Agreement
Technology major Meta has deepened its engagement with renewable energy developer RWE by committing to a long-term corporate power purchase agreement for the 298-MW Rabbit's Foot Solar facility located in North Texas. Announced on June 11, this agreement represents...
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Coal Sees Renewed Global Interest as US Commits $700 Million to Boost the Industry
Coal, a fuel long considered to be in decline amid the global push for cleaner energy, is experiencing an unexpected resurgence across multiple regions. Governments are revisiting their coal strategies in response to energy security pressures, surging electricity demand,...
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EDF and Masdar Sign 15 year BigBeau Solar+Storage PPAs in US
EDF power solutions North America and Masdar have entered into 15-year power purchase agreements (PPAs) covering electricity generated by the BigBeau Solar+Storage Project in Kern County, California, US. The agreements apply to output from the facility’s 128MW-alternating current (MWac)...
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TransAlta Acquires Colorado Gas Plants for $1 Billion in Major North American Expansion
Canada-based energy company TransAlta has entered into a purchase and sale agreement to acquire two natural gas-fired power plants located near Denver, Colorado, for a combined consideration of $1 billion (approximately C$1.39 billion). The two assets the 162MW Mountain...
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New York Power Authority Issues Solicitations for Advanced Nuclear New-Build
The New York Power Authority has formally issued a call for nuclear developers and delivery partners to support its initiative to develop at least 1 gigawatt of advanced nuclear energy in Upstate New York. Alongside this, the authority has...
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