#electricity demand

Ontario plans a third line to meet growing electricity demand, support transit expansion, and ensure a reliable power supply for Toronto’s downtown.

The new network upgrade includes SF6-free substation in Buckinghamshire to power data centres, support digital growth, and reduce emissions.

Three major substation upgrades aim to meet rising power demand in Laguna, Cavite, Valenzuela, Malabon, BGC, and parts of Makati.

ISO New England expects to meet up to 25,886 MW demand this summer, with no public conservation measures or outages anticipated despite heat risks.

With rising global electricity use, Siemens Energy outlines technologies to support stable, low-carbon power for traditional and AI-driven data centers.

Seneca Park Avenue substation revamp will enhance reliability, modernize aging infrastructure, and support growing power needs in West Irondequoit.

Electricity demand in the Pacific Northwest could soon outpace supply, risking blackouts unless grid upgrades, clean energy, and transmission expansion accelerate.

Italy’s Terna will $26 B to modernize power infrastructure as global renewable energy demand surges and electricity use hits record highs in 2024.

Dutch grid congestion may cost $45 B (€40 B) yearly, highlighting a growing threat across Europe’s clean energy transition without urgent infrastructure upgrades.

DEWA is expanding its energy network with new virtual substations and automation, boosting Dubai’s infrastructure and meeting rising electricity demand.

Coal India teams up with Damodar Valley Corporation to expand coal-fired power as India balances energy growth with sustainability goals.

The global medium voltage switchgear market size, growing at a CAGR of 7.65 % from 2025 to 2034, is projected to reach $89.7 B by 2034.

Over 3,000 GW of renewable energy is stuck in grid connection queues due to outdated infrastructure, delaying the transition to a clean energy future.

Itron, Schneider Electric, and Microsoft partner to enhance grid intelligence, boosting reliability, efficiency, and real-time energy insights for utilities.

India’s power output growth slowed to its lowest rate since the COVID-19 pandemic in 2024, according to recent data.

The BESS Testing and Performance Measurements Standard aims to establish clear performance expectations.

While there are concerns about the sustainability of the gains, the growing demand for power from tech companies is undeniable.

The investment is part of a broader effort to modernize the grid and address challenges posed by rising demand and aging infrastructure.

While innovative technologies play a crucial role in modernising infrastructure, there is also a pressing need for practical solutions that streamline regulatory processes.

As demand for cloud computing and data services continues to rise, investments in power infrastructure will be essential for sustaining growth.

Grid connections and storage issues remain a bottleneck for UK electrification.