| | | | | | | | Today's News from the Editors of Microgrid Knowledge |
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| | | By Rod Walton, Microgrid Knowledge Managing Editor The rise of artificial intelligence and cloud-based computing load, however, is pushing major tech firms to create their own energy deals. Those goals include on-site or co-located power, whether it’s microgrids or gas-fired power plants, to deliver prime energy capacity for the AI factories and data... |
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| | | | | | The growth of data centers and AI is sparking mergers and acquisitions in the microgrid and renewables space, according to a new report from Deloitte. Some entities are purchasing microgrids and behind-the-meter assets because they’re building their business and want to operate assets at a larger scale to meet growing demand. |
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| | | | | | The NEC 2026 introduces innovative provisions like Power Control Systems and clearer interconnection rules, enabling engineers to optimize distributed energy projects by avoiding costly infrastructure upgrades and enhancing safety. Early adoption offers a competitive edge through faster, more economical project delivery. |
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| | | | | | Mainspring Energy will supply its linear power generators to the U.S. Air Force for a pilot at Travis Air Force Base, testing multiple fuels including natural gas and hydrogen to evaluate efficiency, emissions, and resilience. |
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| | | | The White House's Ratepayer Protection Pledge encourages tech firms to negotiate separate rate structures with utilities, ensuring dedicated power supply for AI growth while protecting consumers from rising costs amid grid capacity challenges. |
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| | | | Sponsored | | With the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, renewable energy developers face stricter eligibility criteria for federal incentives, requiring careful navigation of domestic sourcing rules and foreign entity restrictions to maximize project benefits. |
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| | | | While interconnection issues and threats to grid reliability are prompting data centers to consider behind-the-meter generation and microgrid solutions, it’s still difficult to create the robustness that the grid previously provided. The National Electrical Manufacturers Association has released standards to help ensure microgrids can safely meet data... |
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| | Researchers concluded a proposed community microgrid serving the EcoBlock project in Oakland, Calif. didn’t make economic sense. At a symposium organized by The Climate Center and others, participants called for policy changes that would boost community microgrid deployment. |
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| | Willdan will install, own and maintain the distributed energy and resiliency project at Mt. San Antonio College, which will include solar, battery storage, EV chargers. The DERs could, one day, support a full-fledged microgrid. |
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| | | | Future-Proofing the Grid with Smart Charging and Microgrids |
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