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policy18 days ago

White House seeks voluntary AI data-center pact to blunt rising power bills

The White House is circulating a draft voluntary compact with major AI data-center developers to curb energy, water and grid impacts from rapid AI infrastructure growth, requiring funding for new power generation and transmission, long-term electricity contracts, and regulatory cooperation to prevent higher household electricity prices; the pact is not final and participants are unclear, but it follows similar commitments from Microsoft and others as the administration seeks to shape data-center expansion without new regulation ahead of the midterms.

via Politico|
#ai#data-centers#energy-prices
Trump Admin Proposes Emergency Auction to Fast-Track Mid-Atlantic Baseload Plants
energy1 month ago

Trump Admin Proposes Emergency Auction to Fast-Track Mid-Atlantic Baseload Plants

The Trump administration, citing reliability concerns and rising electricity costs in the Mid-Atlantic, urges PJM to temporarily overhaul market rules and hold an emergency procurement auction to finance more than $15 billion of new baseload power, offering 15-year revenue certainty, rate protections for residential customers, and data-center cost allocations to speed reliable, affordable power for industry and families.

via Department of Energy (.gov)|
#baseload-generation#electricity-prices#energy
energy1 month ago

PJM Unveils 2026 Roadmap to Safely Add Big Loads Without Hurting Reliability

PJM’s Board outlined a 2026 package of proposals to integrate large-load customers (including data centers) while preserving reliability and affordability. The plan includes load-forecast improvements, options for loads to own a generation or participate in a connect-and-manage framework, an accelerated interconnection track for state-backed projects, a backstop generation procurement process, and a market-review to guide investments. Several actions would be filed with FERC and implemented with ongoing stakeholder input as the region’s supply-demand balance evolves.

via PJM Inside Lines|
#data-centers#energy#grid-reliability
Court Lifts Suspension, Restart Planned for Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind
energy1 month ago

Court Lifts Suspension, Restart Planned for Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind

A federal judge temporarily lifted the Trump-era suspension of the Coastal Virginia Offshore Wind project, allowing construction to resume—the largest offshore wind project under construction in the U.S.—with 176 turbines expected to power about 600,000 homes and begin dispatch by the end of Q1 2026, highlighting its role in improving grid reliability amid growing demand from data centers.

via CNBC|
#coastal-virginia-offshore-wind#dominion-energy#energy
Vineyard Wind fights federal halt with lawsuit over offshore project
business1 month ago

Vineyard Wind fights federal halt with lawsuit over offshore project

Vineyard Wind has filed a lawsuit against the Trump administration to overturn a December order pausing construction on its Massachusetts offshore wind project, arguing the suspension was unlawful. The 52-page complaint seeks a temporary injunction to resume work on a project that is about 95% complete, has already generated power, and has spent roughly $4.5 billion, while losing about $2 million daily due to the halt. The case comes as other paused offshore wind projects see judicial rulings allowing resumes, and state officials warn that delaying these projects risks reliability and higher costs for the region’s electricity. The project is under risk of losing its installation vessel if the pause persists past March 31, 2026.

via WBUR|
#bureau-of-ocean-energy-management#business#grid-reliability
energy-efficiency-standards1 year ago

"Energy Dept. Finalizes Transformer Rule to Protect Jobs and Strengthen Grid Reliability"

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has finalized energy efficiency standards for distribution transformers, aiming to bolster the nation's power grid, support domestic manufacturing jobs, and deliver billions in energy savings. The updated standards, with a longer compliance timeline of five years, are projected to save American utilities and businesses $824 million annually in electricity costs and increase demand for core materials like grain-oriented electrical steel (GOES). The move is expected to protect and create jobs in Pennsylvania and Ohio, reduce carbon emissions, and enhance the efficiency of the electrical grid, while aligning with President Biden's industrial policy goals.

via Energy.gov|
#distribution-transformers#doe#domestic-supply-chains
ERCOT Scraps Winter Power Reserve Program
energy2 years ago

ERCOT Scraps Winter Power Reserve Program

ERCOT has canceled a program aimed at increasing power reserves ahead of winter due to limited responses from energy companies. The program was introduced as a precautionary measure to mitigate risks during extreme weather conditions. Despite the cancellation, ERCOT believes there is potential for expanding grid demand response through industrial, commercial, and residential entities and will work with the Public Utility Commission of Texas to explore incentives and product designs. ERCOT has made improvements to the grid since the 2021 winter storm, including weatherization inspections and additional ancillary services.

via KXAN.com|
#energy#energy-companies#ercot
Texas Voters Approve Billions in Funding for Power Plants and Grid Reliability
energy2 years ago

Texas Voters Approve Billions in Funding for Power Plants and Grid Reliability

Texas voters have approved a constitutional amendment creating the Texas Energy Fund, which will inject $10 billion into energy infrastructure, including $7.2 billion for power plant construction. The Public Utility Commission of Texas will oversee the fund, a new responsibility for the agency. However, doubts remain about the effectiveness of the incentive program in spurring investment in natural gas power plants, as underlying market realities make building new plants a risky bet. The money will be distributed as low-interest loans, but there are concerns about the ability to recoup the investment due to advances in energy technology and the transition away from fossil fuels. The Texas Energy Fund will also support energy resilience projects and grid overhauls.

via KUT|
#energy#grid-reliability#natural-gas
"Texas Voters Face Crucial Decisions on Funding Gas Power Plants, Water Projects, and Bridging the Digital Divide"
energy2 years ago

"Texas Voters Face Crucial Decisions on Funding Gas Power Plants, Water Projects, and Bridging the Digital Divide"

Texas voters will decide on Proposition 7, which aims to allocate billions of dollars to support natural gas power plants. Proponents argue that it will improve the state's electric grid, which failed during a severe winter storm in 2021. Opponents view it as a taxpayer giveaway to the fossil fuel industry and question its effectiveness in enhancing reliability. The proposition creates the Texas Energy Fund, providing low-interest loans for new gas-powered plants, completion bonuses, and repairs. It also allocates funds for backup power and power infrastructure outside the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) jurisdiction. Environmental advocates oppose the measure, emphasizing the need to transition away from fossil fuels.

via The Hill|
#energy#grid-reliability#natural-gas
"Michigan Regulators Propose Linking Utility Earnings to Grid Reliability"
energy2 years ago

"Michigan Regulators Propose Linking Utility Earnings to Grid Reliability"

Michigan regulators are considering tying utility earnings to grid reliability in a "straw proposal" aimed at penalizing utilities for repetitive and lengthy power outages. The proposal could include financial penalties for utilities with long outages and connect the company's earnings to how quickly electricity is restored, particularly during major storms. The move comes as Michigan's utilities struggle to keep the power on amid climate change, with bad weather and fallen trees frequently causing power outages. The proposal has gained traction among residents who have voiced complaints about lost heat, spoiled food, and wasted work hours. The Michigan Public Service Commission will accept comments on the proposal until September 22.

via MLive.com|
#energy#financial-penalties#grid-reliability