The third week of January 2026 is defined by a systemic effort to stabilize the relationship between massive data center growth and the aging North American power grid. As regional transmission organizations implement emergency procurement measures, developers are countering with unprecedented "super-site" proposals and sophisticated holding-company financing to bypass traditional capital constraints. PJM Board Initiates "Reliability Backstop" to Secure Power In a major move

Choosing the right location for a solar farm is crucial for its success. When selecting a site, developers must consider several factors. Geographical aspects like topography, climate, and solar irradiance are vital.

The U.S. power sector is experiencing a growing disconnect between projected electricity demand and the generation capacity  expected to meet it. While significant new power projects continue to be announced and proposed, a meaningful share is ultimately canceled before reaching construction or operation. In 2025 alone, approximately 1,800 power projects were canceled, a scale highlighted by late-year federal actions that suspended five major developments, including Vineyard

The second week of 2026 highlights an industry-wide pivot toward nuclear energy integration and the massive capital requirements needed to sustain the AI infrastructure boom. As developers face increasing local resistance through new moratoriums, the focus has intensified on securing long-term power autonomy and creative financing solutions to keep next-generation projects on track. Meta Unveils 6.6GW Nuclear Power Strategy Meta has announced a major shift in its energy procu

Electricity generation in the United States surpassed 4,260 terawatt-hours (TWh) in 2025, and demand is projected to grow by about 25% over the next five years. The nation’s electricity comes from a mix of fossil fuels (such as coal and natural gas), nuclear power, and renewable energy sources like wind and solar.