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Bill Gates: 'The Future of Energy Is Subatomic'
I’m lucky to learn firsthand about some of the world’s most cutting-edge technologies. I’ve seen artificial intelligence ace an AP biology test, long before AI became an everyday tool. I've…
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Duke Energy Plan Includes New Gas-Fired Plants, Nuclear Additions, Delayed Coal Retirements
Duke Energy announced plans to build more natural gas-fired generation capacity and look at nuclear power in order to meet the increased demand for power in its Carolinas service territory. The utility also said it will delay the retirement of some coal-fired facilities as it seeks to increase the supply of electricity for data centers and manufacturing plants.
Hitachi Energy, Grid United Advance North Plains Connector to Link Eastern and Western Grids
Hitachi Energy and high-voltage interregional infrastructure developer Grid United have launched the next phase of a collaboration to strengthen transmission capacity between three energy markets straddling the Eastern and Western…
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MD&A Generator Stator Rewind with Timely New Bars

When a GE® 7A7 generator experienced a critical ground fault, a full stator rewind was performed. The work was completed on schedule, with no safety incidents and all testing confirmed the unit’s readiness for return-to-service.  The project included new stator bar manufacturing, advanced diagnostics and complete reassembly to ensure reliable operation and minimize downtime.  Learn how MD&A keeps power providers online and prepared for the future.

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Xcel Plans New Gas-Fired Plants as Part of 5-GW Expansion in Texas, New Mexico
Xcel Energy is adding more natural gas-fired power generation in Texas, with plans to convert a retiring coal-fired plant to natural gas, along with building a new peaker plant to provide electricity at times of high demand.
India’s Largest Coal-Fired Plant Also Part of Country’s Energy Transition
The NTPC Vindhyachal Thermal Power Station, with an installed generation capacity of 4,783 MW, comprises 13 coal-fired units and includes solar and hydropower installations. The plant continues to implement advanced emission-control technologies as part of India’s broader decarbonization strategy.
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LandBridge and NRG Strike 1.1-GW Gas-Fired Deal to Power Delaware Basin Data Center in Texas
LandBridge Co., a Permian-focused land and infrastructure firm with 277,000 surface acres in the Delaware sub-region in Texas, and NRG Energy, one of the U.S.’s largest independent power producers, have…
PG&E Will Upgrade Infrastructure as Part of 5-Year, $73-Billion Investment Plan
California utility PG&E announced a $73-billion capital expenditure plan covering the next five years, with investments targeting infrastructure upgrades to support growing demand for electricity in its territory, particularly from data centers.
Best Places to Work in the Power Industry 2025
This year marks the second installment of POWER’s partnership with Best Companies Group (BCG) to recognize outstanding workplaces in the power sector. Building on the success of our inaugural program in 2024, the Best Places to Work in the Power Industry initiative continues to spotlight companies that prioritize employee satisfaction, foster inclusive cultures, and create environments where people thrive.
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Egypt’s Renewable Energy Buildout Continues as First Utility-Scale Solar-Plus-Storage Facility Comes Online
Trina Storage, a global energy storage solutions company and part of Trina Solar, said the Abydos BESS project was delivered ahead of its scheduled commercial operation date and provides a new benchmark for large-scale energy storage projects in North Africa. The BESS supports the solar power facility in Aswan Governorate in Egypt.
How Utilities Need to Prepare for a Landscape Driven by Regulatory Shifts
As utility leaders look to manage the ever-growing volatility in the industry, they also need to prepare for a shifting regulatory landscape that could bring unprecedented competition.
Russian Nuclear Group Inks $25-Billion Deal to Build Nuclear Power Plants in Iran
The Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA) said Iranian officials have signed an agreement with Rosatom, Russia's state-owned nuclear power company, to build at least four nuclear power plants in Iran. The $25-billion deal announced September 26 comes two days after Rosatom said officials said they had signed a memorandum of understanding to advance construction of nuclear power technology in Iran.
Igniting Fusion: The Key to Closing Our Energy Gap and Powering the Future
Fusion is the only technology that can deliver continuous, dispatchable power 24/7/365. Not only is fusion clean, sustainable, and cost-effective, but fusion plants can also be built into existing urban and industrial locations, plugging directly into today’s grid, significantly lowering development time and deployment costs.
Young Americans Are the Future of Energy—It’s Time to Unleash Them
Throughout the first nine months of the Trump Administration, “energy dominance” has been the agenda. To win the artificial intelligence (AI) race, ensure energy reliability for Americans, and beat China…
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