Legislatures in nearly a dozen states have voted to legalize use of the technology, which can help homeowners reduce their rising electricity costs.
Category: Electric Light and Power
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California Lawmakers Pass Plug-In Solar Bill
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The Data Center Backlash Bursts Into the Midterms
The New York Times – On the Runway:With opposition to the centers mounting, many Democrats and a growing number of Republicans are campaigning against them.
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‘It’s Been Terrible’: Thousands in Indiana Remain Without Power
The New York Times – On the Runway:Gov. Mike Braun called on the local utility to “match the urgency” of Gary area residents who have had to endure an outage approaching its second week.
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How ‘Harry Potter’ Fans Protected Dobby’s Grave From the Path of a U.K.-Ireland Power Line
The New York Times – Movies:Here lies Dobby, a free elf. There will be no electricity cables in sight.
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Plug-In Solar Panels Are Starting to Sprout in U.S. Backyards
The New York Times – Business:Ten U.S. states have legalized systems that can be plugged into standard wall outlets. The technology typically does not require permits or electricians.
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Energy Department Orders Data Centers to Tap Backup Power
The New York Times – Business:As triple-digit heat engulfs much of the United States, the Trump administration wants grid managers to require the use of backup power that often goes unused.
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Your Home Could Help Solve AI’s Growing Power Demand
The New York Times – Business:Tesla, Sunrun and Renew Home plan to tap solar panels, batteries, thermostats and other devices installed in millions of homes to meet the energy demands of artificial intelligence.
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Federal Energy Regulator Seeks to Limit Conflicts Over Data Centers
The New York Times – Business:The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission directed grid managers to make changes that protect individuals from higher electricity bills while giving data centers access to power faster.
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Rising Energy Costs and Data Centers at Heart of NextEra’s Dominion Bid
The New York Times – Business:NextEra’s proposed acquisition of Dominion Energy comes as Americans are paying a lot more for electricity, and data centers are demanding a lot more power from utilities.
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Tesla’s Semi Truck could Jolt the Trucking Industry
The New York Times – Business:California truckers have expressed strong interest in the Tesla Semi because it costs much less and can travel further on a charge than electric trucks sold by established manufacturers.
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NextEra Energy Said to Be in Talks to Acquire Dominion, Creating a Utility Giant
The New York Times – Business:A deal, involving the utilities in Florida and Virginia, would come as demand for power is soaring, largely because of the rapid growth of A.I. data centers.