The U.S. Energy Information Administration’s latest Short-Term Energy Outlook predicts continued growth in renewable energy, particularly solar and wind, as key drivers of U.S. power generation over the next two years. The electric power sector is expected to add 26 GW of solar capacity in 2025 and 22 GW in 2026, following a record 37…
The rapid growth of data centers in the Midwest, such as Microsoft’s $3.3 billion complex near Racine, Wisconsin, highlights the region’s strategic advantages, including a cooler climate and robust energy infrastructure. However, these facilities place immense strain on the grid, requiring consistent power 24/7 for applications like AI and cryptocurrency. Utilities like We Energies are…
The US Senate voted to approve the Inflation Reduction Act on August 7th. The legislation includes more than $370 billion earmarked for clean energy investment, according to the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget. The bill is now headed to the US House of Representatives for a vote. Currently, the legislation proposes that federal tax…
The electricity generation mix in the U.S. continued to change in 2021. In addition to the growth in renewable energy, one major surprise was observed. The percentage of coal-fired generation increased for the first time since 2007. The generation mix changes were largely driven by economics. According to the EIA, electric generators realized an average…
