Real Estate Giant Prologis Leverages Energy Infrastructure for Data Center Expansion
Prologis positions itself as a major player in the data center market by capitalizing on its energy generation capabilities and microgrid development. The company has secured over 1 gigawatt of power capacity and plans to invest $8 billion in data center construction across 20 properties.
Political Tensions Over Climate Policy Intensify as California Redistricting Battle Unfolds
Former California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger criticizes federal climate policy positions while opposing state redistricting changes. The political conflict reflects broader tensions over energy and environmental policy direction at state and federal levels.
OpenAI Data Center Expansion Could Consume 17 Gigawatts, Equivalent to Two Major US Cities
Sam Altman's artificial intelligence infrastructure projects will require power consumption matching New York City and San Diego combined. Energy experts warn this represents a fundamental shift in computing's share of global electricity demand, potentially reaching 12% by 2030.
Dallas Fed Survey Reveals Sharp Decline in Oil Sector Activity Amid Policy Uncertainty and Rising Costs
Energy executives report second consecutive quarter of contraction with business activity index at -6.5. Company outlook plunged to -17.6 as tariffs on steel and aluminum drive up operational costs while regulatory uncertainty dampens investment appetite.
Weekly Gigawatt AI Infrastructure Development Plans Signal Massive Energy Requirements
Technology sector leaders are proposing rapid-scale infrastructure development equivalent to powering nearly 900,000 households weekly. The ambitious timeline raises questions about electricity sourcing and grid capacity management.
Data Center Power Demand Surge Highlights US Grid Infrastructure Crisis
Major technology companies' expanding AI operations are straining US electricity infrastructure, with new developments requiring power loads equivalent to major cities. Grid experts warn of significant bottlenecks as data center demand outpaces power supply capacity.
Artificial Intelligence Accelerates Corporate Sustainability Operations
Amazon executives outline how AI technologies are transforming environmental data processing and climate solution discovery. The company processed 15 billion carbon-related data points in 2024, with AI reducing lifecycle assessments from months to minutes.
Pennsylvania Governor Threatens Grid Exit Over Rising Power Costs
Governor Josh Shapiro warns Pennsylvania may withdraw from the PJM grid operator following record-breaking wholesale power costs driven by data center demand. The state is pushing for increased transparency and decision-making authority within the regional grid system.
Data Center Power Scarcity Drives $9 Billion AI Infrastructure Battle
Core Scientific's transformation from bankrupt crypto miner to $9 billion acquisition target highlights the critical role of electricity access in the AI data center boom. Shareholders are challenging the proposed CoreWeave merger, arguing the company's power portfolio is undervalued.