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Microreactors to Meet Data Center Power Demands
Last Energy is building 30 microreactors in Texas to meet the growing power demands of data centers. Designed to bypass the construction and regulatory challenges that have previously delayed nuclear projects, the initiative aims to address the strain on Texas’ energy infrastructure caused by the rapid expansion of data centers.
DOE Approves Funding for Palisades Nuclear Plant Restart
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) approved a second $56.8 million disbursement to Holtec for restarting the Palisades Nuclear Plant in Michigan, part of a $1.52 billion loan guarantee. The plant, set to be the first restarted U.S. commercial nuclear reactor, is expected to operate through 2051.
FERC Fast-Tracks PJM Power Projects to Boost Grid Capacity by 2026
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has approved PJM Interconnection’s plan to fast-track ...
Renewables Continue to Drive U.S. Power Growth
The U.S. Energy Information Administration's latest Short-Term Energy Outlook predicts continued growth in ...
Methods for Conceptual Capital Cost Estimation
Conceptual capital-cost estimates are important for assessing the economic viability of proposed projects, but their usefulness depends on understanding how to appropriately apply the estimates.
Global Coal Demand Peaks
Global coal demand hit a record 8.77 billion metric tons in 2024, led by China and India, while the U.S. and ...
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