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Key Takeaways from Microsoft's $76 Million Pumpkin Farm Acquisition
In a bold move, Microsoft recently made headlines by purchasing a former pumpkin farm in Wisconsin for a staggering $76 million. This...
Aug 21, 20243 min read


Preparing for Next Generation Energy Infrastructure
The rise of renewable energy and its integration with emerging technologies is reshaping the landscape of energy infrastructure....
Aug 19, 20244 min read


Colorado Solar Development Analysis
As of June 2024, Colorado has 151 operational solar farms with a current capacity of 2,263 MW and a current electricity generation of 309,105 MWh. Colorado has 9 solar farms under construction with 780 MW capacity total and 14 planned solar farms with 901 MW1 capacity. Colorado has 11 solar projects in the site control stage, estimated to add 149,867 MWh of generation. Colorado has a low amount of Utility-Scale queued solar farms compared to the other states in the US, with 1
Aug 13, 20241 min read


Offtake Capacity 101
In today's rapidly evolving energy landscape, understanding and utilizing offtake capacity is crucial. Whether you're an energy...
Aug 8, 20244 min read


Supporting the Data Center Boom: Tech Needs in a New Era
In the realm of data center development, the focus is on harnessing the necessary data tech to drive progress. As technology continues to...
Jul 31, 20244 min read


Power Play Unveiled: AC vs. DC Power Flow Models
In the energy sector, understanding power flow models is essential for optimizing operations, ensuring stability, and planning...
Jul 31, 20245 min read


Renewable Energy in the Time of IRA Repeal
The potential repeal of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) has sent ripples of concern through the renewable energy sector. The IRA has...
Jul 23, 20243 min read


California Solar Development Analysis
California has a well-established pipeline for utility-scale solar development with 7,705 MW capacity for 244 planned projects, 28,493 MW capacity for 119 queued projects, and 4,386 MW capacity for 31 site control projects. Overall, if all planned, queued, and site control farms go into operating status, California will expand its capacity by 40 GW. In California, the average solar farm size is 171 acres, producing 17.8 MW of electricity under ideal conditions. So a solar far
Jul 22, 20241 min read


Data Centers + Renewables = Energy Center Synergy
Harnessing the combined power of renewable energy projects and data center sites is becoming an increasingly attractive proposition. This...
Jul 18, 20243 min read


Available Transfer Capacity vs. Offtake Capacity Data
Available Transfer Capacity (ATC) and Offtake Capacity are terms you may recognize within the context of electric grid infrastructure,...
Jul 5, 20243 min read


Accurate Geospatial Electric Grid Infrastructure Data & Modeling
The accuracy of geospatial data is paramount to maintaining a reliable and efficient electric grid in this rapidly evolving landscape of...
Jul 2, 20243 min read


Black Blades and Bird Safety: Wind Energy's Surprising Turbine Solution
Wind energy is heralded as one of the cleanest and most sustainable sources of power. But even this green energy solution has its share...
Jun 26, 20244 min read


Kansas Solar Development Analysis
Kansas currently has 15 active and operating utility-scale solar farms with a total capacity of 49.03 MW . Kansas also has an extensive pipeline for future development with 4 farms under construction, 2 planned farms, 50 queued projects with a total capacity of over 10 GW, and 2 site control farms with a total capacity of 97 MW. Overall, if all under construction, planned, queued, and site control farms go into operating status, Kansas will expand its capacity by nearly 11
Jun 24, 20241 min read


How Renewable Energy Developers Can Navigate Transmission and Interconnection Challenges
The renewable energy sector is on the brink of a revolution. Driven by technological advancements and a growing urgency to combat climate...
Jun 21, 20244 min read


Understanding Transmission & Interconnection Analytics
Renewable energy is rapidly becoming the backbone of our quest for a sustainable future. But ensuring that large-scale renewable projects...
Jun 12, 20246 min read


Cell Report Sustainability Study Highlights Renewable Energy Benefits & Opportunities
Renewable energy stands at the forefront of tackling the world’s most pressing environmental issues, promising a future fueled by clean...
Jun 6, 20243 min read


Solar Development on Government Land: Tucson Airport Case Study
The Tucson Airport Authority (TAA), responsible for managing the land assets of Tucson International Airport, has embarked on a mission...
Jun 3, 20242 min read


South Carolina Solar Development Analysis
By August 2023, South Carolina had 108 operational solar farms, boasting a total capacity of 1,503 MW and generating 159,167 MWh of electricity. The state stands out for its substantial number of solar farms in comparison to other U.S. states. Additionally, South Carolina is actively developing its solar energy sector, with 5 solar farms currently under construction with a combined capacity of 10 MW, 25 planned solar farms with a total capacity of 1,638 MW, along with 3 Utili
Jun 3, 20242 min read


Solar Development on Government Land: State of New Mexico Case Study
The development of utility-scale solar projects on public land in the U.S. is a transformative step toward achieving a sustainable...
May 30, 20242 min read


Unlocking the Hyperscale Power of LandGate for Data Center Development
In the rapidly expanding digital universe, the demand for data centers is surging. These hubs of computing power and data storage are the...
May 16, 20243 min read
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