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Google Signs Deal with Brookfield for 3 GW of Hydropower Capacity
Technology giant Google announced the company will buy as much as 3 GW of hydropower generation capacity from Brookfield Renewable, an affiliate of Brookfield Asset Management. The companies on July 15 said the deal is a "hydro framework agreement" that will support Google's goal of having data centers and other operations run continuously on carbon-free power.
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South Texas Electric Cooperative, Inc. Issues Request for Proposals To Meet Long-Term Capacity and Energy Needs

South Texas Electric Cooperative, Inc. (STEC) today issued a request for proposals (RFP) through which it seeks to obtain long-term generating capacity and associated energy. The RFP solicits bids for up to 500 megawatts (MW) of firm, dispatchable capacity and associated energy.

Information regarding the RFP is available at www.STECFIRMRFP2025.com.

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PPL, Blackstone Launch Major Gas-Fired Generation Venture Targeting Data Center Surge in Pennsylvania
PPL Corp. and investment giant Blackstone Infrastructure have formed a joint venture to build, own, and operate natural gas combined-cycle generation plants in Pennsylvania specifically designed to serve data center…
PSC Greenlights Georgia Power Plan to Expand Coal, Gas, Nuclear, and Grid Infrastructure
The Georgia Public Service (PSC) Commission has unanimously approved Georgia Power's 2025 Integrated Resource Plan (IRP), authorizing a massive energy expansion to accommodate what the utility calls "extraordinary" growth in…
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Unveiling Untapped Potential In Utilities with Video and Sensor Intelligence

This article explores how advanced video and sensor intelligence can enhance critical infrastructure by unlocking the multi-dimensional benefits of modern security systems. From maximizing uptime to improving operational efficiency and enhancing the workforce, smart security solutions are driving measurable impact in the utilities industry.

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South Texas Electric Cooperative Issues Request for Proposals to Meet Long-Term Capacity and Energy Needs
Proposals of up to 500 MW of firm, dispatchable capacity and associated energy requested. NURSERY, Texas, July 14, 2025 -- South Texas Electric Cooperative Inc. (STEC) today issued a request…
GM, Redwood Materials Pursue Use of Vehicle Batteries for Energy Storage
General Motors (GM) has signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding with Redwood Materials, an agreement meant to accelerate deployment of energy storage systems using both new U.S.-manufactured batteries from GM,…
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Regulator Approves AEP Ohio’s Landmark Data Center Tariff
The Public Utilities Commission of Ohio (PUCO) has approved a landmark tariff structure requiring large new data center customers to pay for a minimum of 85% of their subscribed electricity…
Chile Focuses on Solar and Storage as Generation Capacity Expands
Chile is rapidly moving to build more power generation capacity, with much of that effort focused on renewable energy resources and battery energy storage systems (BESS). The country as part of that ambition
Taiwan’s Tech Industry Driving Country’s Energy Demand
Taiwan is among several countries experiencing an energy crisis, with its supply of power struggling to keep up with demand from a rapidly growing high-tech sector. The country has long depended on imported
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