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A software group that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to help automate processes said it was joining with a nuclear power deployment company on an AI-driven system to accelerate construction of nuclear reactors. Palantir Technologies on June 26 said it will work with The Nuclear Company, a nuclear power startup, to jointly create a nuclear operating [...]The post Groups Partnering to Develop AI Software to Speed Nuclear Reactor Construction appeared first on POWER Magazine.

When an electric utility with a power plant in the southwestern U.S. prepared for a planned, major outage on its two Siemens 501D turbines, the plant's manager requested a repair quote for two directional control valves and two gas valves attached to each turbine. We had a problem with one of our controllers that lead [...]The post Outage and Grid Alerts Catalyst for Replacing Obsolete Valves, Actuators appeared first on POWER Magazine.

In a new pilot program, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) issued an ambitious challenge: bring at least three advanced nuclear test reactors to criticality by July 4, 2026. Announced in June, the program sidesteps traditional Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) licensing, seeking instead to authorize full-scale reactors on private sites through DOE's internal review process. [...]The post Deadline vs. Deployment: Can U.S. Advanced Reactors Meet DOE's 2026 Criticality Goal? appeared first on POWER Magazine.

As government policies around energy transition continue to evolve, the pace of coal plant retirements in North America has shifted in some regions, slowing in a few cases due to energy reliability concerns. But broadly speaking, many coal-fired units have already retired, leaving behind a significant legacy challenge: the long-term management of coal ash stored [...]The post Reclaimed Ash: Turning Domestic, Legacy Materials into Modern Infrastructure Solutions appeared first on POWER Magazine.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has launched a novel pilot program that will allow private developers to build and operate full-scale advanced nuclear test reactors outside of the national laboratory system, without a license from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). Through a new authorization model grounded in the Atomic Energy Act and a Trump-era [...]The post DOE Pilot Program Targets Three Nuclear Test Reactors for 2026 Criticality Under Department Authorization appeared first on POWER Magazine.

In the proverbial shadow of the Naughton Power Plant, a station in Kemmerer, Wyoming, that will stop burning coal at the end of this year, TerraPower is constructing what it calls the only advanced, non-light-water reactor in the Western Hemisphere being built today." The project represents more than just a new power source-it's a symbolic [...]The post Understanding TerraPower's Natrium Reactor Design and Demonstration Project Progress appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Centrus Energy has produced and delivered 900 kilograms (kg) of High-Assay, Low-Enriched Uranium (HALEU) to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), completing Phase II of its pioneering enrichment contract with the agency. The shipment marks the first significant domestic production of HALEU-a specialized fuel required for many advanced reactors now under development-and stands as a [...]The post Centrus Completes 900-kg HALEU Delivery to DOE in U.S. Nuclear Fuel Enrichment Milestone appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Intelligent power management company Eaton is working with the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) to repurpose the utility's retired Bull Run Fossil Plant in Clinton, Tennessee, into a critical asset supporting reliable and clean energy. The two groups on June 25 noted the importance of maintaining grid stability as more electricity comes from variable renewable energy [...]The post Eaton, TVA Turning Retired Bull Run Coal Plant into Critical Grid Asset appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Hydroelectric power generation hit a 10-year high in Europe in 2024, while hydro growth in other regions-most notably China-kept the technology at the top of the list when it comes to global energy output from renewable resources.The International Hydropower Association (IHA) in its 2025 World Hydropower Outlook said hydro is playing a "stablizing role" in Europe and elsewhere when it comes to power supplies at a time of heightened concern about volatile markets and shifting policies around energy, particularly in the U.S.The post Hydropower Growth Continues, Though Policy Challenges Loom in U.S. appeared first on POWER Magazine.

In an industry grappling with decarbonization mandates, volatile energy markets, and supply chain uncertainty, another threat has quietly emerged with the power to upend everything: the courtroom. Mega verdicts-jury awards exceeding $10 million-are not new. But the scale, frequency, and unpredictability of these rulings are escalating. According to a 2025 corporate verdicts report published by [...]The post The Courtroom Risk No One in Power Generation Can Afford to Ignore appeared first on POWER Magazine.

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul said the state is ready to build a utility-scale nuclear power plant and would seek funding from the private sector to make it a reality. The governor on June 23 provided few details about the project, except to say it likely would be located in an upstate location.The post New York Gov. Says State Will Build New Nuclear Power Plant appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Renewable energy developer and project operator Agilitas Energy announced it the company has acquired two late-stage hydropower development projects from Advanced Hydro Solutions. Agilitas on June 24 said the 30-MW Tygart Hydropower Project in Grafton, West Virginia, and the 14-MW Jennings Randolph Hydropower Project in Garrett County, Maryland, represent Agilitas Energy's first hydropower assets. It [...]The post Agilitas Energy Acquires Hydropower Assets in PJM Territory appeared first on POWER Magazine.

A revolution is underway in the nuclear energy sector. For the first time in decades, the field is brimming with urgency, ambition, and capital. Buoyed by growing energy demands, geopolitical recalibration, and climate pressures, nuclear power is undergoing a renaissance, one that will be driven not just by next-generation reactor designs, but by the materials [...]The post How Digital Modeling of Materials Will Make Next Generation Nuclear Possible appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Japanese integrated heavy industry group IHI Corp. and GE Vernova have inaugurated a new Large-Scale Combustion Test (LCT) facility at IHI's Aioi Works in Hyogo, Japan, marking a pivotal step in their joint effort to commercialize gas turbine combustors capable of burning up to 100% ammonia by 2030. The facility will accelerate full-scale prototype testing [...]The post GE Vernova, IHI Launch Test Hub to Enable 100% Ammonia Combustion in F-Class Gas Turbines by 2030 appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Scientists in India said they have developed a scalable next-generation device that produces green hydrogen by splitting water molecules using only solar energy. A group at the Bengaluru-based Centre for Nano and Soft Matter Sciences (CeNS), an autonomous institute of the Department of Science and Technology (DST), said the process would produce a clean fuel that could support decarbonizing industries, along with fueling vehicles.The post India Scientists Develop Hydrogen Production Method Using Only Solar Power appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Ireland is no longer burning coal to produce electricity after the country's last coal-fired unit was converted to use heavy fuel oil. ESB, the plant's operator, on June 20 issued a notice that the 305-MW Unit 3 of the Moneypoint station, located on Ireland's southwest coast, has ended its use of coal after 40 years. ESB previously had said Moneypoint after the conversion would operate under direct dispatch instructions from EirGrid, the grid operator, as part of the balancing market.The post Ireland Ends Use of Coal for Power Generation appeared first on POWER Magazine.

The future of energy is rapidly evolving. The explosion of artificial intelligence (AI) and the enormous energy infrastructure it demands will continue to drive unprecedented electricity needs. Goldman Sachs projectsthat U.S. power demand could grow by as much as 20% by the decade's end, in large part due to the construction of data centers. These [...]The post Powering the Future Without Paralyzing It appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Polish state-owned energy company ORLEN said it has secured more than 1.7 billion zloty ($458.3 million) in grants from European Union (EU) post-pandemic recovery funds to expand its hydrogen energy projects. The company on June 16 said the funding will enable production of hydrogen using renewable energy, along with infrastructure to support the use of hydrogen fuel in central Europe.The post Polish Group Receives Millions to Expand Hydrogen Projects appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Tri-State has filed an application to the Colorado Public Utilities Commission (CoPUC) as the cooperative power supplier plans to expand its participation in the Southwest Power Pool Regional Transmission Organization (SPP RTO) in the West.The post Tri-State Expanding Participation in Southwest Power Pool appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Small modular reactor (SMR) technology developer NuScale Power has unveiled research programs that could advance an energy system that integrates its nuclear technology to produce desalinated water and hydrogen, while reusing brine waste as an industrial feedstock. The research, developed in partnership with the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE's) Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) and [...]The post NuScale Advances SMR-Powered Desalination and Hydrogen Production with Integrated Brine Reuse Strategy appeared first on POWER Magazine.

As artificial intelligence (AI) usage and sophistication grows, questions about the sustainability of the traditional model of utilizing huge, centralized data centers are frequently raised. Hyperscale data centers handle most AI workloads today, but they come with high energy demands and environmental costs.The post AI on the Edge: Can Distributed Computing Disrupt the Data Center Boom? appeared first on POWER Magazine.

By their very nature, all chemical fuels contain energy that needs to be released easily and are therefore inherently flammable. However, if that release is not sufficiently controlled, it presents a significant injury risk both to people and property through explosions and fires. Hydrogen, of course, is especially flammable. Counterintuitively, when it comes to safety, [...]The post Delivering Decentralised Hydrogen Safely appeared first on POWER Magazine.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is inviting private-sector nuclear developers to submit proposals for experiments and demonstrations using its Microreactor Application Research Validation and Evaluation (MARVEL) project. The first-of-its-kind operational test bed for advanced microreactor technologies is now 90% through its final design phase, with key components already under fabrication. Idaho National Laboratory (INL), [...]The post DOE Opens Door to Private-Sector Demonstrations at MARVEL Nuclear Microreactor Test Bed appeared first on POWER Magazine.

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is inviting private-sector nuclear developers to submit proposals for experiments and demonstrations using its Microreactor Application Research Validation and Evaluation (MARVEL) project. The first-of-its-kind operational test bed for advanced microreactor technologies is now 90% through its final design phase, with key components already under fabrication. Idaho National Laboratory (INL), [...]The post DOE Opens Door to Private-Sector Demonstrations at MARVEL Nuclear Microreactor Test Bed appeared first on POWER Magazine.

In the ongoing effort to improve the profitability of energy production and delivery while mitigating the risks, companies are incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) to drive more powerful, effective analytics. This technological leap is critical as the industry navigates evolving demands, embraces new sources, and strives for greater efficiency, reliability, and sustainability. However, some energy companies [...]The post Three Strategies for Seamlessly Incorporating AI into the Modern Energy Equation appeared first on POWER Magazine.

In the ongoing effort to improve the profitability of energy production and delivery while mitigating the risks, companies are incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) to drive more powerful, effective analytics. This technological leap is critical as the industry navigates evolving demands, embraces new sources, and strives for greater efficiency, reliability, and sustainability. However, some energy companies [...]The post Three Strategies for Seamlessly Incorporating AI into the Modern Energy Equation appeared first on POWER Magazine.

A nonprofit environmental group said at least 130 natural gas-fired power plant projects are planned in Texas over the next few years as part of that state's effort to meet growing demand for energy. The Washington, D.C.-based Environmental Integrity Project (EIP), in a report published June 11, said the projects would provide about 58 GW of new generation capacity, while noting that many of the proposed facilities may not move beyond the planning stage.The post Report Says 130 New Gas-Fired Power Projects Proposed in Texas appeared first on POWER Magazine.

A nonprofit environmental group said at least 130 natural gas-fired power plant projects are planned in Texas over the next few years as part of that state's effort to meet growing demand for energy. The Washington, D.C.-based Environmental Integrity Project (EIP), in a report published June 11, said the projects would provide about 58 GW of new generation capacity, while noting that many of the proposed facilities may not move beyond the planning stage.The post Report Says 130 New Gas-Fired Power Projects Proposed in Texas appeared first on POWER Magazine.

The California Energy Commission (CEC) has approved the Darden Clean Energy Project, which the agency said is the first to be fast-tracked under the group's Opt-In Certification program. The commission said the installation features 1,150 MW, or 4,600 kWh, of battery energy storage, along with a 1,150-MW solar array with about 3.1-million panels.The post World's Largest' Energy Storage Site Approved as Part of California Solar Project appeared first on POWER Magazine.

The California Energy Commission (CEC) has approved the Darden Clean Energy Project, which the agency said is the first to be fast-tracked under the group's Opt-In Certification program. The commission said the installation features 1,150 MW, or 4,600 kWh, of battery energy storage, along with a 1,150-MW solar array with about 3.1-million panels.The post World's Largest' Energy Storage Site Approved as Part of California Solar Project appeared first on POWER Magazine.

XGS Energy and Meta Platforms announced announced an agreement to support development of 150 MW of next-generation geothermal energy in New Mexico. The groups on June 12 said XGS Energy's proprietary geothermal technology, which enables geothermal power production with zero operating water use, will be deployed to the state's PNM electric grid and support Meta's [...]The post XGS Energy, Meta Partner for 150-MW Advanced Geothermal Project appeared first on POWER Magazine.

XGS Energy and Meta Platforms announced announced an agreement to support development of 150 MW of next-generation geothermal energy in New Mexico. The groups on June 12 said XGS Energy's proprietary geothermal technology, which enables geothermal power production with zero operating water use, will be deployed to the state's PNM electric grid and support Meta's [...]The post XGS Energy, Meta Partner for 150-MW Advanced Geothermal Project appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Talen Energy has restructured and significantly expanded its nuclear energy agreement with Amazon Web Services (AWS), finalizing a 17-year, $18 billion power purchase agreement (PPA) that will supply up to 1,920 MW of carbon-free electricity from the 2.5-GW Susquehanna nuclear plant to Amazon's data centers across Pennsylvania. The deal, announced on June 11, restructures a [...]The post Talen, Amazon Launch $18B Nuclear PPA-A Grid-Connected IPP Model for the Data Center Era appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Talen Energy has restructured and significantly expanded its nuclear energy agreement with Amazon Web Services (AWS), finalizing a 17-year, $18 billion power purchase agreement (PPA) that will supply up to 1,920 MW of carbon-free electricity from the 2.5-GW Susquehanna nuclear plant to Amazon's data centers across Pennsylvania. The deal, announced on June 11, restructures a [...]The post Talen, Amazon Launch $18B Nuclear PPA-A Grid-Connected IPP Model for the Data Center Era appeared first on POWER Magazine.

U.S. power infrastructure-the intricate physical fabric that laces together generation, transmission, and distribution-is under intensifying strain. Outdated and overextended, it must now absorb relentless growth from electrification and data centers or risk escalating reliability threats, surging costs, and a weakened global competitive edge. POWER examines the dysfunction and what it will actually take to future-proof [...]The post Out of Sync: The Infrastructure Misalignment Undermining the U.S. Grid appeared first on POWER Magazine.

U.S. power infrastructure-the intricate physical fabric that laces together generation, transmission, and distribution-is under intensifying strain. Outdated and overextended, it must now absorb relentless growth from electrification and data centers or risk escalating reliability threats, surging costs, and a weakened global competitive edge. POWER examines the dysfunction and what it will actually take to future-proof [...]The post Out of Sync: The Infrastructure Misalignment Undermining the U.S. Grid appeared first on POWER Magazine.

What happens when a political U-turn suddenly upends years of decarbonization strategy? As the U.S. House of Representatives moves to dismantle key clean energy tax credits, POWER examines how utilities and developers are rethinking timelines, technologies, and financing, while racing to keep the energy transition on track. On May 22, 2025, the U.S. House of [...]The post Decarbonization Whiplash Prompts a Power Sector Recalibration appeared first on POWER Magazine.

What happens when a political U-turn suddenly upends years of decarbonization strategy? As the U.S. House of Representatives moves to dismantle key clean energy tax credits, POWER examines how utilities and developers are rethinking timelines, technologies, and financing, while racing to keep the energy transition on track. On May 22, 2025, the U.S. House of [...]The post Decarbonization Whiplash Prompts a Power Sector Recalibration appeared first on POWER Magazine.

As the world grapples with the urgent need to combat climate change, the transition from fossil fuels to renewable energy sources is accelerating, driven by technological advancements and governmental directives. [...]The post The Great Shift: Navigating the Global Energy Transition appeared first on POWER Magazine.

People in the power industry understand inertia and its importance to grid stability. As large thermal power plants and other inertia-providing units are replaced with renewable resources that provide no [...]The post How Decreasing Inertia Is Affecting Power Grids and What to Do About It appeared first on POWER Magazine.

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced sweeping changes to regulations on emissions of greenhouse gases (GHG) and other pollutants from coal- and natural gas-fired power plants, weakening rules established under the Biden administration that sought to combat climate change.The post EPA Weakening Rules on Power Plant Emissions in Boost for Fossil Fuels appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Resilience, sustainability, cost savings, and more are behind the increasing adoption of microgrids, as a variety of industries and enterprises seek greater control of their energy supply.The post Microgrids: Decentralized Power That's Central to the Energy Transition appeared first on POWER Magazine.

The U.S. solar manufacturing landscape has undergone a remarkable transformation since the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) in 2022. Through targeted domestic content incentives, the federal government has [...]The post IRA Incentives Fuel U.S. Solar Manufacturing Surge appeared first on POWER Magazine.

The U.S. solar industry has increasingly begun to rebrand itself as MAGA-friendly," emphasizing cost savings, energy independence, and job creation over climate concerns. This shift marks a departure from its [...]The post The Risk of Political Rebranding in the Clean Energy Industry appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Energy Vault Holdings, a company that provides sustainable, grid-scale energy storage solutions, on June 11 announced the successful completion and start of commercial operation of the 57-MW, two-hour Cross Trails battery energy storage system (BESS) in Scurry County, Texas. The project, which marks the first fully executed asset under Energy Vault's Own & Operate" growth strategy, was completed ahead of schedule and will be supported by a 10-year offtake agreement with Gridmatic, a leading AI-enabled power marketer.The post Energy Vault Brings Texas-Based BESS Online With New Strategy appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Applied Digital, a builder and operator of next-generation data centers, has launched an infrastructure partnership with ABB at the company's Greenfield 400-MW campus in North Dakota. TRhe collaboration will innovate fast, reliable, energy-efficient solutions to meet the rapid advancement of artificial intelligence (AI).The post ABB, Applied Digital Launch Power Solution for Data Centers appeared first on POWER Magazine.

The U.S. Air Force has formally reaffirmed its selection of Oklo's liquid metal-cooled fast reactor to provide nuclear energy at Eielson Air Force Base in Alaska, re-issuing a Notice of [...]The post Oklo Retapped for Alaska Air Force Microreactor, Proposes Nuclear Fleet-Wide Licensing Framework appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Duke Energy intends to submit an application to South Carolina's Public Service Commission (PSC) for approval to build a 1.4-GW gas-fired combined cycle plant with hydrogen capability in Anderson County. [...]The post Duke Energy Advances New 1.4-GW Gas-Hydrogen Power Plant in South Carolina Under New Energy Security Mandate appeared first on POWER Magazine.

The president of Iran's nuclear energy agency said officials in that country have signed an agreement with Russia for construction of at least eight nuclear power plants in Iran. Mohammad [...]The post Russia Has Deal to Build Eight Nuclear Power Plants in Iran appeared first on POWER Magazine.

Fervo Energy announced the successful drilling and logging of its Sugarloaf appraisal well, an operational achievement that the company said demonstrates the rapid advancement and scalability of enhanced geothermal systems (EGS). The well was drilled to a true vertical depth of 15,765 feet and is projected to reach a bottomhole temperature of 520F after full thermal equilibration.The post Fervo Energy Sets Record with New Enhanced Geothermal Well appeared first on POWER Magazine.