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NERC Warns Long-Term Grid Reliability Risks Mounting from Surging Demand, Lagging Resources
The North American electric grid faces intensifying reliability risks over the next decade as demand growth driven by data centers and artificial intelligence threatens to outpace resource additions, according to…
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Notice of Open Solicitation for Bolo Transmission

On January 12, 2026, Bolo Transmission LLC will commence an open solicitation for up to 800 MW of bi-directional, point-to-point, firm transmission service connecting the Public Service of New Mexico and the SunZia Transmission systems. Interested entities must submit a non-binding Expression of Interest Form to bolo-os@energystrat.com by February 13, 2026. Information about the project and process can be found at http://www.bolo-os.com/

Revolutionizing Energy Connectivity: The Strategic Role of LEO Satellite Networks
By positioning satellites significantly closer to Earth, LEO networks deliver high-bandwidth, low-latency connectivity that makes connection speed at an offshore platform or remote location, just as fast and secure as you will find at corporate headquarters.
The Clock Is Ticking on 7FA Gas Turbine Rotors
Operators of aging F-class units face a narrowing window to plan for rotor life extensions as supply chains tighten and demand surges. The late 1990s and early 2000s marked a…
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Amid Persistent Power Demand, 2026 Looks Bright for Renewables

Renewables continue to dominate new power capacity, even as policy changes and supply chain pressures reshape the market. Advances in storage, solar, and wind are enabling reliable, around-the-clock clean energy.  Discover the five key trends shaping renewable energy in 2026 and learn how industry leaders can stay competitive.

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Baker Hughes, Hydrostor Will Collaborate on CAES Projects
U.S.-based technology company Baker Hughes said it has a strategic technology solutions and equity agreement with energy storage group Hydrostor. The deal between the companies, announced January 28, integrates Baker Hughes' technology as part of Hydrostor's core design offering for the latter's advanced compressed air energy storage, or A-CAES, solution.
Luminace, Renewable Properties Partner on Community Solar Portfolio
Luminace has announced the acquisition of a 9.3-MWdc portfolio of community solar projects from Renewable Properties (RP), a leading U.S. developer and investor in small-scale utility, community solar, energy storage, and electric vehicle (EV) infrastructure projects.
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Microsoft Commits to Full Electricity Cost Recovery in Data Center Communities
Microsoft has committed to “paying its way” to ensure its data centers will not ramp up residential utility rates, becoming the first major hyperscaler to publicly commit to a comprehensive…
The POWER Interview: A Path Forward for Geothermal Energy
Among the companies working on advanced geothermal tech is Rodatherm Energy Corp., a privately held company with a primary focus on the Great Basin region in the Western U.S. The Utah-based company, which also has operations in Calgary, Alberta in Canada, is known for its pioneering Advanced Geothermal System (AGS).
AI's Power Crunch: Six Trends That Will Decide Who Wins the Next Decade
For the U.S., keeping up with AI’s insatiable appetite is the biggest systemic risk of the next decade. America needs a massive expansion of power plants, transmission lines, and advanced hardware, while using AI itself to drive grid progress and optimize power distribution.
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How Utilities Can Prepare for the AI-Driven Energy Surge
After more than two decades of relative stasis, electricity demand in the U.S. is expected to increase by 25% by 2030 and by more than 75% by 2050, compared to 2023—a transformation largely driven by the surge in new data centers needed to power the artificial intelligence (AI) boom.
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