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EIA Projects Record U.S. Power Consumption for 2026-2027
The Energy Information Administration (EIA) has projected that U.S. power consumption will climb to unprecedented heights in both 2026 and 2027, continuing a record-breaking trend. In its Short-Term Energy Outlook released on Tuesday, the agency forecasted that national demand...
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SunZia Launch Marks Peak for US Wind Industry Amid Looming Sector Declines
The largest wind farm in the history of the United States commenced operations this month in New Mexico. Known as SunZia, this massive complex of spinning turbines is designed to provide electricity to over one million homes across the...
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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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