Data centers are moving closer to energy sources, including the Permian
By Mella McEwen,Oil Editor Energy infrastructure is increasingly drawing investors’ attention. According to the analytics firm Noreva, dealmaking in the power and utilities sector surged to $77.7 billion over the last year, up 79% from 2023. That’s even as higher rates and constrained capital reshape valuations. The big trend of the last year or two has […]
Sage Geosystems – Pioneering Pressure Geothermal with oil and gas expertise
With an extensive oil and gas background, Sage Geosystems seeks to accelerate geothermal deployment in more sites with their Pressure Geothermal technology. The oil and gas industry has plenty to offer the geothermal industry – established technologies, supply chains, subsurface knowledge, and a large and highly experienced workforce. But how can this pivot be done […]
Renewables Are Doing Some Heavy Lifting When It Comes to the Texas Grid
Texas is relying more heavily on renewable energy to meet its record-breaking electricity demand, as new data shows wind and solar power now provide nearly 40 percent of the state’s total generation. The growth comes as Texas’ booming economy and expanding data center industry drive electricity consumption to historic highs. Solar power has seen the […]
Batteries, solar help keep the lights on in Texas but more needed
By Garrett Golding and Reid Taylor Many Texas residents remain skeptical about the reliability of the electric grid. Memories endure of the deadly Texas freeze and days of massive outages in February 2021 followed months later by frequent electricity conservation pleas during summer 2023. Notably, the power supply situation has since improved, with capacity added […]
Beyond Panels: Innovations Driving the Next Era of Solar
by Jadyn Winsett, Conservative Texans for Energy Innovation Texas has gotten about 14% of its energy from the sun so far this year, but it’s reaching its limits with limited roof space, aesthetic concerns, high costs, permitting delays, and stagnant panel efficiency. If Texas wants to continue to lead in renewable power, it must embrace innovations that reimagine […]
Texas lawmakers, industry leaders plan to make Texas nuclear capital of world
(The Center Square) – Texas is pushing nuclear energy after the legislature advanced new legislation that Gov. Greg Abbott signed into law. Texas is currently the epicenter of new nuclear and AI projects as deals continue to be made in the multi-trillion-dollar AI race nationwide. HB 14, filed by state Rep. Cody Harris, R-Palestine, […]
“Texas Is Building a City for the AI Age”: 50,000 Acres Turned Into a Hydrogen-Powered Data Hub Aiming to Redefine America’s Energy Future
Texas is making a bold move to redefine America’s energy future by investing in green technology development, focusing on hydrogen power. The state has allocated 50,000 acres to support this initiative, signaling its commitment to becoming a leader in sustainable energy. This ambitious plan positions Texas as a cornerstone of the hydrogen economy, aiming to […]
States With High Renewable Share Have Lower Power Costs
Some zip codes in the Houston area had as many as seven outages in August. There were no hurricanes, no historic heat waves – just a lot of blue-sky outages. In this story from KPRC, Senator Lois Kolkhorst pledged to do something about it. Good – except Senators said they’d do something about utility failures after […]
Geothermal Power Emerges as Trump’s Favorite Clean Energy
One of the few renewable energy sources that the Trump administration has not yet criticised is geothermal power, as companies across the United States continue to develop innovative geothermal projects with financial support from Biden-era policies. The sweeping budget legislation that President Trump signed in July preserved most key tax credits for geothermal power. Bipartisan support has encouraged several […]
Renewable energy, power storage key to meeting Texas’ electricity demand, experts say
Energy experts speaking at a virtual Reliable Grid Project media briefing Wednesday said renewable power sources are needed to keep up with Texas’ growing demand for electricity. Panelists also emphasized the importance of power storage using batteries. “Renewables are absolutely bringing affordability to the grid in Texas, but they’re also bringing reliability in a state […]
