Distributed Solutions Changing the Energy Grid Model
Electricity is a vital part of society. For many years, the typical model of ensuring citizens have access to it during peak times has been to overbuild for the worst-case scenario. While peak usage may only come around during a particularly brutal weather event, jurisdictions still have to be prepared for these spikes. After all, if people cannot get electricity, they certainly won’t be happy.
How Texas Fights Grid Threats from Data Center Growth
Texas is unique in that it’s the only state in the contiguous U.S. to operate its own independent power grid. Not only does this shield the state from the purview of federal regulations, but it also allows it to rely on its abundant natural resources and ability to generate large amounts of electricity to ensure that residents get the power they need.
Atlanta Is Leading the Charge in Rising Data Center Growth
The real estate market in Atlanta is heating up — but not for the reasons you might expect. While many construction ventures fail to secure funding, investors are flocking to one type of project: hyper-scale data centers.
The Energy Infrastructure Grab: Why AI Investors Eye the Grid
Consumer and business demand for AI-intensive products and services is growing at an unprecedented rate. Experts project that the economy will continue to funnel billions of dollars into the industry over the next several years.
The Inner Workings of the New Electric Grid
Energy powers just about everything Americans do. From using a smartphone to working in an office to cooking dinner, nearly every activity requires electricity or some other form of energy.
How Data Centers Can Actually Help — Not Hinder — the Energy Industry
On August 28, 2024, Nvidia announced second-quarter earnings that beat Wall Street’s bets and increased revenue 2.5 times in the span of a year. As Nvidia is the clear leader in AI development, this underscores how important data center growth has been to technological advancement.
How Wastewater Plants Weather Storms with Renewable Energy
Throughout the United States, many citizens rely on wastewater management plants to deliver clean water to their homes. In turn, each wastewater treatment plant relies on an energy source for continuous operation.
How Electrical Power Made the List of Essential Storm Supplies
When it comes to hurricanes and other natural disasters, most people’s first priority is survival. However, for many residents and business owners, replenishing supplies and finding sustenance after the storm is a close second.
Texas H-E-B and Walmart Stores Install Microgrids for Outages
According to a study by Climate Central, Texas has led the nation in weather-related power outages over the last 23 years. In some cases, inclement weather conditions like hurricanes or cold snaps were to blame, especially in conjunction with high energy demand straining the grid.
ERock Launches Partner Program for Utilities’ Resiliency
Many Texas residents love the state’s largely temperate climate, but the region isn’t without weather-related issues like hurricanes and cold snaps that impact the power supply. According to one study by Climate Central, Texas has seen more power outages due to weather conditions in the last 23 years than any other state in the nation.