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Texas regulators soften data center interconnection rules amid grid audit

Texas Data Center Interconnection Rules set a flat study fee and longer energization timelines, reshaping large-load reviews as ERCOT audits a queue dominated by data centers amid grid reliability oversight.…
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RMI says grid batteries cut costs and bolster reliability in U.S. states

Grid Battery Benefits are emerging in RMI's analysis as energy storage systems reduce peak energy…
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Microgrid experts urge utilities to use distributed resources beyond backup

Microgrid Operations are moving beyond emergency backup as utilities examine distributed energy resources for peak…
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Heinrich proposes 30% tax credit to accelerate major transmission projects

Transmission Tax Credit legislation would offer a 30% incentive for qualifying high-voltage lines, upgrades and…
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Pennsylvania lawmaker drafts bill requiring data centers to pay grid costs

Pennsylvania Data Center Grid Costs are the focus of draft legislation requiring large-load projects to…
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New grid technologies could unlock more U.S. transmission capacity

Grid-Enhancing Technologies could expand U.S. transmission capacity through dynamic line ratings, advanced conductors and power…
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G20 energy ministers back infrastructure and supply-chain initiatives

G20 Energy Consensus delivers four outcomes on energy access, permitting reform, water reuse and critical…
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RMI urges faster transmission expansion as U.S. electricity demand rises

U.S. Grid Expansion needs faster transmission planning, interconnection reform, advanced grid technologies, and demand flexibility…
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