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AI to Skyrocket Datacenter Energy Use: Electric Buses & New Battery Tech
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Can the U.S. power grid handle the explosive growth of data centers fueled by AI and large language models? This week, we shed light on a new report from the Electric Power Research Institute that forecasts data centers could consume up to 9% of total U.S. electricity by 2030. We explore the regional impacts, especially in Washington D.C. and Texas, and discuss the grid’s current struggle to integrate new generation assets efficiently. Moreover, we highlight the Oakland School District's pioneering move to go all-electric with its bus fleet, utilizing bidirectional chargers to contribute energy back to the grid, which could serve as a model for future vehicle-to-grid (V2G) initiatives.
But that's not all. We also take a global perspective with updates on China's leading EV battery maker Goshun, unveiling its groundbreaking Gemstone and Stellary batteries that promise incredible driving ranges and rapid charging times. Colorado's Xcel Energy is pushing the envelope with its V2X pilot project aimed at enhancing EV adoption and grid resilience. Meanwhile, California is making waves with its ambitious $6.1 billion plan to boost transmission capacity, supporting the state's renewable energy goals. Stay tuned until the end for a special announcement about next week's fundraising paddle through local swamps and rivers!
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