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An Investor's Guide to Solar Site Selection and Layout
In the ever-evolving world of clean energy, making informed decisions is pivotal to ensuring long-term success and sustainability. This...
Apr 18, 20255 min read


Q1 2025 Data Center Activity Report
The first quarter of 2025 has been a pivotal period for the U.S. data center industry, with significant growth driven by the rise of artificial intelligence (AI) workloads, cloud computing, and the expansion of hyperscale infrastructure. As the demand for AI-driven services and cloud applications continues to surge, data centers are experiencing a substantial increase in energy consumption, with U.S. data centers projected to consume over 600 terawatt-hours (TWh) of electrici
Apr 17, 20252 min read


Solar Investment Tax Credit (Solar ITC), Explained
The Solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC) is a crucial federal policy mechanism that supports the growth of solar energy in the United States.
Apr 11, 20253 min read


LandGate’s Open Marketplace Enables the Buying and Selling of Land Resources
A long-standing gap has existed between energy companies and property owners concerning the value of land resources. Landowners often don't know the worth of their mineral, solar, wind, or other property rights. LandGate emerged in 2016 to address this market inefficiency.
Apr 10, 20254 min read


Available Capacity: A Guide to Understanding Transfer and Offtake Capacity Calculations
When planning large-scale energy or data center projects, understanding transfer and offtake capacity is critical. These calculations determine how much power can flow efficiently through the grid or be utilized on-site without exceeding infrastructure limits. Yet, for many developers, navigating the complexities of available capacity can feel overwhelming. This guide breaks down the essentials of transfer and offtake capacity calculations, giving energy and data center dev
Apr 2, 20253 min read


Dual-Use Land: The Rise of Agrivoltaics
Agrivoltaics is the practice of combining farming with solar energy production. It works by installing solar panels above crops or...
Mar 5, 20253 min read


Top 5 Solar Energy Developers to Watch in 2025
This post will spotlight five of the most influential solar energy developers to watch in the coming year. We will explore their groundbreaking projects, technological advancements, and the strategic moves that position them to lead the solar revolution.
Mar 3, 20256 min read


Natural Gas Pipelines & Data Center Siting
As data center developers pursue optimal locations for new facilities, securing a reliable and scalable power supply is critical. Traditionally, site selection has been driven by proximity to electrical infrastructure, fiber networks, and water access. Now, with detailed information on natural gas pipelines, LandGate adds an essential component to the equation, providing enhanced energy resilience and cost savings. Natural gas pipelines act as a pivotal resource for backup p
Feb 21, 20252 min read


Unlocking the Potential of Redundant Power Sources
As the increasingly digital world propels modern infrastructure, data centers provide the most vital thrust. From powering cloud...
Feb 20, 20254 min read


Gas Offtake Locations & Data Center Site Selection
As data center developers seek optimal locations for new facilities, access to reliable and scalable energy sources is a top priority....
Feb 18, 20252 min read


A Guide to the New Data Center Due Diligence Reports
Data Centers and the Analysis Tool LandGate has added a new tool that allows users to run due diligence reports for data centers at any...
Feb 17, 20252 min read


Using Natural Gas Pipelines for Data Center Site Selection
When selecting a site for a data center, proximity to natural gas pipelines is an increasingly important factor. Especially as developers...
Feb 12, 20253 min read


2025 LMP Energy Price Analysis
There are significant variations in LMP energy prices across different states. California (CA) leads the group with the highest average price, followed by Utah (UT), Oregon (OR), Washington (WA), and Idaho (ID). These elevated prices are influenced by several factors, including the types of energy generation available in these states, such as a higher reliance on renewable energy sources that may incur higher upfront costs. Other factors contributing to these variations inclu
Feb 10, 20251 min read


Ohio Data Center Analysis
Ohio plays a major role in its overall contribution to the data center economy. Aided by low latency costs, affordable power rates, robust infrastructural connectivity, and favorable business environment, Ohio has become a new focal point for digital infrastructure. According to LandGate’s data, the state hosts over 120 data centers and has welcomed an influx of hyperscale and cloud computing projects within the last year. LandGate’s data estimates that Ohio is set to bring i
Feb 6, 20251 min read


Deregulation is a Boon for Renewables
Amid the current political landscape, there is understandable concern about the future of the renewable energy industry. However, rather...
Feb 4, 20252 min read


Why Trump’s Executive Order Can't Repeal IRA Funds: The 1974 Act Explained
On January 20th, 2025, President Donald Trump signed an executive order aimed at pausing for 90 days federal agencies from...
Jan 23, 20255 min read


Trump Announces $500 Billion Investment in AI Infrastructure
As we enter into a new era of rapid technological advancements, it has become increasingly clear that artificial intelligence (AI) will...
Jan 23, 20254 min read


The Modern Landman: Renewable Energy Prospecting
The position of a landman has always been essential in the energy industry. But what is a landman? Typically, landmen act as...
Jan 16, 20253 min read


IRS Clarifies IRA Rules
IRS Clarifies Rules Set by the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) revised existing regulations and...
Jan 9, 20256 min read


Understanding IRA Energy Communities
How ‘Energy Communities’ Impact Renewable Energy Development in 2023 The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) offers renewable energy developers...
Jan 8, 20255 min read
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