Power bottleneck slows AI data centres
Shortage of transformers and electrical gear delays nearly half of planned US data centres amid surging AI demand.
Shortage of transformers and electrical gear delays nearly half of planned US data centres amid surging AI demand.
Utility constructs 765-kV lines to serve 10 GW of data centre demand.
Solar and wind are set to lead the growth, AI integration boosts efficiency, while US policy slows domestic deployment.
New 440 kV substation energises Paulínia campus, supporting AI workloads and high-demand cloud services with 1.1 GW capacity.
US tech giant will expand AI infrastructure, digital skills, and innovation across developing regions by 2030.
Indian conglomerate plans to invest $100 B in renewable-powered hyperscale data centres by 2035.
New EcoStruxure ArcFM Web and ETO updates improve T&D coordination and resilience during major storms and outages.
AI-driven One Digital Grid Platform helps utilities modernise faster, cut energy costs and improve outage response without replacing existing systems.
Agreements with major partners will support new and existing nuclear plants, create jobs and deliver up to 6.6 GW of clean electricity by 2035.
Data centres face grid delays and shortages, making modular engine-based solutions key to reliability, scalability, and sustainability
The joint project introduces intelligent systems for improved safety, efficiency, and automation in Thailand’s electrical substations.
The company supports ports, data centres, renewables, and storage across Latin America and the Caribbean to accelerate the energy transition.
ep Group and GridBeyond team up to maximise the performance of a North Baddesley BESS using AI-driven optimisation and strategic market participation.
Rising power use from AI and data centres is driving investment in long-term energy storage to cut renewable energy waste and keep grids stable.
The company will supply switchgear and transformers for hyperscale AI facility in Tennessee by April 2026.
Artificial intelligence is reshaping the future of power transmission with enhanced VSC-HVDC systems and smarter, faster, and more adaptive capabilities.
The new intelligent perimeter fiber sensing features aim to enhance grid safety, operational efficiency, and reliability in substations.
Neara’s Taco Engelaar says AI-enabled digital twins and stronger collaboration could reveal untapped potential in Europe’s electricity grids.
The 615-MW Duane Arnold Energy Center will return to service by 2029 under a 25-year deal, creating 400 jobs and boosting clean energy for Google’s AI operations.
As COP30 approaches, Siemens’ survey of 1,400 executives shows energy security and independence have become top priorities, while confidence in meeting 2030 climate targets declines.
The new power system aims to improve efficiency and sustainability of AI infrastructure.
The new MNS low-voltage switchgear integrates the SACE Emax 3 air circuit breaker to enhance reliability, cybersecurity, and operational efficiency.
Heavy investments by US utilities are strengthening power networks as data centre and electrification demand soars.
The transmission investment stood at $343.2 B and is estimated to reach $574 B by 2030.