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$12B Amazon data center build will rely on surplus water
The project will use only verified surplus water, which is water that exceeds what the community requires for its needs.
By Sebastian Obando • Feb. 26, 2026 -
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PJM proposes behind-the-meter reforms in data center colocation effort
The planned reform threatens the economic viability of new combined heat and power generation at industrial facilities in the PJM Interconnection, according to trade groups.
By Ethan Howland • Feb. 25, 2026 -
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House bill targets appliance efficiency
The Home Appliance Protection and Affordability Act could see a floor vote this week.
By Robert Freedman • Feb. 23, 2026 -
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Data centers can tap batteries, microgrids for faster interconnection: NEMA
Battery systems are “increasingly critical” for data center operators willing to pay a premium for resilience and faster time to power, industry analysts say.
By Brian Martucci • Feb. 19, 2026 -
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Crusoe and Energy Vault partner on modular data center deployment
The AI infrastructure company is working with a provider of large-scale energy storage systems to demonstrate a new model for scalable, low-impact computing in West Texas.
By Brian Martucci • Feb. 19, 2026 -
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OpinionHidden assets: Why data centers don’t have to be the villain
Scheduling intensive computing tasks for off-peak hours and implementing on-site generation assets are two ways data center operators can work with their utility to ease energy loads while generating revenue, a software company executive says.
By Scott Engstrom • Feb. 18, 2026 -
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Trump administration moves to require 100% domestic materials in EV chargers
Facilities looking to add EV charging stations could be impacted to the extent they face an increase in costs and the time required for installation.
By Nathan Owens • Feb. 17, 2026 -
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City’s adoption of EUI signals less reliance on third-party building certifications
Developers could still use LEED or other certifications to meet green building goals in Alexandria, Virginia, but the energy use intensity metric gives them an option just focused on efficiency.
By Robert Freedman • Feb. 13, 2026 -
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How data center cooling could become more manageable
Recent product launches show the paths companies are taking to reduce the water and power that's needed to keep server racks from overheating.
By Robert Freedman • Feb. 12, 2026 -
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Google inks PPA for 100 MW from Germany’s largest offshore wind farm
The clean electricity will be provided by Energie Baden-Württemberg over a 15-year period and help decarbonize the tech giant’s operations in Germany.
By Zoya Mirza • Feb. 10, 2026 -
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OpinionTime for facilities to leverage solar incentives is winding down
Whether you're considering leasing your rooftop to a solar developer, purchasing a system or entering into a power purchase agreement, there’s still time to improve project ROI with federal tax credits — but not much time.
By Gabe Phillips • Feb. 6, 2026 -
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CDP, Ecolab launch index to boost corporate water management
The Water Use Efficiency Index aims to provide business leaders with a clear view of their water use across operations and info on how to improve performance.
By Zoya Mirza • Feb. 4, 2026 -
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Energy Star gets full 2026 funding from Congress
Despite the Trump administration’s effort to eliminate the program, it receives $33 million as part of a fiscal 2026 funding bill signed last week.
By Joe Burns • Jan. 30, 2026 -
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The solar energy array powering MGM Resorts in Las Vegas
The resort operator is using Estuary Power’s newly completed Escape Solar and Storage Project to power its electricity needs on the Strip and support its renewable energy goals.
By Jenna Graber • Jan. 29, 2026 -
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Prime Data Centers uses closed-loop air and liquid cooling to earn Energy Star certifications
The Dallas-based developer and operator is one of a growing group of tech companies looking to reduce data centers’ impacts on the environment and customer energy bills.
By Brian Martucci • Jan. 27, 2026 -
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Sam Altman-backed Exowatt launches arm to power data centers with clean energy
The company said ExoRise will use its proprietary solar and battery technology in remote locations with good solar exposure to serve data centers.
By Zoya Mirza • Jan. 27, 2026 -
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Deep DiveEnergy savings to push electrification forward in 2026 despite federal headwinds
To save money, increase resiliency and meet state and local mandates, building operators continue to switch to electric systems, experts say in Facility Dive's 2026 outlook on electrification.
By Joe Burns • Jan. 26, 2026 -
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Appliance efficiency standards generated $330B in business savings, over 10 years, analysis shows
The federal government’s energy efficiency standards are now at risk, says the Appliance Standards Awareness Project.
By Robert Freedman • Jan. 23, 2026 -
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New Jersey governor orders state to accelerate solar, storage and virtual power plants
The virtual power plant initiative ordered by Gov. Mikie Sherrill, who was sworn in Tuesday, would be administered by electric distribution utilities and third-party suppliers in the state.
By Robert Walton • Jan. 22, 2026 -
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Google inks PPAs to power data centers with carbon-free energy
The power purchase agreements with Clearway Energy Group will provide power to Google’s data centers in Missouri, Texas and West Virginia.
By Lamar Johnson • Jan. 21, 2026 -
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Google sees CO2 batteries as large-scale way to store renewable energy
The batteries would provide data center backup power on a much larger scale than lithium-ion batteries do now, the company said.
By Robert Freedman • Jan. 20, 2026 -
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Extreme cold put heat pumps to the test — and they passed, Elephant Energy CEO says
Performance is tied to proper installation of the technology, which can be complex, D.R. Richardson says.
By Robert Freedman • Jan. 16, 2026 -
GGP says it cut energy costs by 30% at Texas mall
The Woodlands Mall became the flagship site for the real estate giant’s peak demand reduction initiative, which helps it avoid utility demand charges during periods of high demand.
By Brian Martucci • Updated Jan. 16, 2026 -
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Illinois sets 3-GW energy storage target, requires utilities to develop virtual power plants
The law incentivizes new energy resources and expands help for businesses to lower their energy use, among other things.
By Robert Walton • Jan. 12, 2026 -
Honeywell to upgrade Fort Benning lighting, building controls
The modernization project will strengthen the military installation’s infrastructure and operational readiness while reducing power demand and energy waste, the U.S. Army says.
By Joe Burns • Jan. 7, 2026
