A startup called Overview Energy wants to turn solar farms into 24/7 power plants by beaming energy from space. They’ve demonstrated the tech from an airplane, but the road to orbit is long and littered with challenges.
Advanced nuclear developer Oklo has signed a binding agreement with Siemens Energy for power conversion systems on its 75MW Aurora reactor. The deal aims to accelerate deployment of small modular nuclear reactors for data centers and industrial users. Siemens will provide steam turbines and generato
The US Department of Energy is providing a $1 billion loan to restart Three Mile Island’s Unit 1 reactor. Microsoft has committed to buying all 837MW of power from the plant through a 20-year agreement starting in 2026.
Utility bills have replaced gas prices as the new political flashpoint. Residential electricity costs have jumped nearly 30% since 2021, with no relief in sight thanks to AI data centers and infrastructure demands. This silent revolt is reshaping elections nationwide.
The AI boom’s massive energy requirements have propelled energy storage company Beijing HyperStrong to incredible growth. Founder Zhang Jianhui has become China’s newest billionaire as his company’s shares skyrocket nearly 500% this year.
Sunrun’s virtual power plant participation surged over 400% in the past year. The company now has 106,000 customers enrolled and expects continued growth as it shifts toward storage-first strategy.
Saudi Arabia plans to leverage its abundant, low-cost energy to become a major player in artificial intelligence. Aramco is investing heavily in gas production and taking a stake in national AI champion Humain, aiming to compete with the US and China.
NextEra Energy is positioning itself as the power provider of choice for tech giants facing unprecedented electricity demands. The company’s nuclear revival strategy could reshape America’s energy landscape for the AI era.
Researchers have created a floating device that harvests energy from raindrops while using water itself as both structural support and electrode. The innovation reduces material weight by 80% and costs by 50% compared to traditional designs. This breakthrough could enable land-free renewable energy
America’s power grid faces an unprecedented challenge as utilities commit to connecting 160GW of new data center demand without adequate generation capacity. The PJM region alone expects 100GW by 2037, creating potential for shortages and price spikes that could affect millions.
