Solar power’s explosive growth is nearly keeping pace with rising US electricity demand. While coal use increased for the first time in years, solar expansion prevented a much worse outcome as data centers drive consumption higher.
A new report from grid reliability experts warns that Texas’s booming data center industry could lead to winter blackouts. With over 400 data centers already operating and massive new projects in development, the state’s electrical grid faces unprecedented strain during cold weather when heating dem
Exowatt just raised another $50 million to scale production of its thermal energy storage systems. The company claims it can eventually deliver power for just one cent per kilowatt-hour using concentrated solar technology. But this approach has failed to compete before – what makes Exowatt different
According to a new report, electrification could reduce global final energy demand by 24% over the next 25 years even as GDP doubles. The key lies in the superior efficiency of electric applications compared to fossil fuel alternatives.
Saudi Arabia is betting its abundant, cheap energy will make it an AI superpower. Aramco’s CEO revealed plans to boost gas production 60% by 2030 while investing in national AI champion Humain. But turning oil wealth into tech dominance won’t be easy.
The era of tolerating inefficient energy storage is ending as explosive electricity demand from data centers and electrification makes every percentage point of efficiency loss economically catastrophic. New analysis reveals how round-trip efficiency is becoming the decisive factor in technology ado
Eavor’s geothermal breakthrough in Germany demonstrates 50% faster drilling and 35% higher energy output. This closed-loop technology could finally make geothermal competitive beyond volcanic regions. Here’s what the drilling improvements mean for clean energy.
Pakistan’s solar imports from China have surged fivefold since 2022, creating a utility death spiral that threatens grid stability. This energy revolution tests whether China will help modernize grids or protect its coal investments.
The collapse of California’s $2 billion hydrogen hub funding exposes fundamental flaws in the state’s renewable electrolysis strategy. With production costs exceeding $20/kg, the state needs a hydrogen “do-over” that embraces multiple clean technologies.
New research demonstrates how smart heat pumps can dramatically reduce strain on electricity grids during peak demand. The technology maintained home comfort while cutting electricity use by 90% during critical periods, offering a potential solution to grid management challenges.
