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Global energy investment surges while Washington retreats from climate action
From Norwegian gas fields to Bulgarian battery farms, capital keeps flowing into energy projects even as U.S. climate policy unravels.
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Data centers drove half of U.S. electricity demand growth in 2025, and opposition is mounting
Data centers accounted for 50% of all new U.S. electricity demand in 2025, and Goldman Sachs projects that share will keep climbing through 2027.
AI demand, nuclear strategy, and grid innovation reshape the global energy sector
From Ukraine's AI-powered grid to Canada's nuclear push, energy operators are racing to meet surging power demand driven by AI infrastructure.
States accelerate virtual power plant programs as grid demand climbs
Massachusetts and Minnesota are making headline moves on virtual power plants, signaling a wider shift in how U.S. grids manage rising electricity demand.
Data centers drove half of US electricity demand growth as time-to-power becomes the defining constraint
Data centers accounted for roughly 50% of US electricity demand growth, far outpacing the global share of 17%, with power timelines now outstripping build timel
Data centers drove half of US electricity demand growth as time-to-power becomes the defining constraint
Data centers now account for roughly 50% of US electricity demand growth, far outpacing the global rate, as power infrastructure timelines stall expansion plans
RMI report maps five pathways for stronger utility innovation pilots
AI-driven demand, aging infrastructure, and a $100–$200B funding gap are forcing a rethink of how electricity is generated, financed, and delivered.
Solar outshines coal in US power generation milestone
In May, solar energy surpassed coal in US electricity generation, marking a historic shift as solar supplied 12.8% of the nation's power. Despite federal policies favoring coal, solar has remained the fastest-growing energy source, reflecting shifting market dynamics and investor preferences.
Utilities warm up to nuclear revival, with conditions attached
Governments, investors, and startups are converging on nuclear power as AI-driven electricity demand and clean energy targets accelerate a global sector revival
A First-Time Perspective on Global Alignment: Yun Qi on Collaboration and Momentum at IPS Mexico City 2026
Global sales meetings often serve as more than just strategic checkpoints—they are cultural touchstones that reveal how organizations align across borders, functions, and perspectives. In an increasingly interconnected market, the ability to harness shared energy and translate it into meaningful collaboration can define whether a company simply operates globally or truly thinks globally….
Daniel Dutesco on the Power of Shared Knowledge at IPS Global Sales Meeting 2026
In an era where global markets shift faster than strategies can be written, organizations are rediscovering a simple truth: progress is powered by shared knowledge. The most effective teams are no longer siloed by function or geography but are instead defined by how fluidly ideas move between them. When cross-functional insight meets regional…
Grain Facility Automation Upgrade Saves $100K
Frenchman Valley Coop (FVC) grain elevator in Culbertson, Nebraska upgrades automation with Kasa Controls, saves $100K Year-Over-Year How Automation Saved This Farm Coop $100K Year-Over-Year When the Frenchman Valley Farmers Cooperative, Inc had an expansion at its Culbertson site, they decided it was time to update the automation controls on its conveyor belts and fans…
The Marketing AI Pulse Brief for Feb 2026: Trust in the World of LLM Ads, OpenClaw, Reddit & More!
Starting in 2026, The Marketing AI SparkCast alternates between the Marketing AI Pulse Monthly Brief and in-depth interviews with leading marketing AI innovators. This episode is the February 2026 edition of the Monthly Brief and focuses on trust and authenticity in an AI-driven world. Aby Varma and Matt Cyr explore the emergence of advertising inside…
May the Agentforce Be With You: AI in Energy Services
Retail energy providers are discovering how AI agents handle the messy reality of fragmented data and customer demands without sacrificing security
Powering Up Detroit’s Workforce: How Per Scholas Is Connecting Local Talent to Tech and Energy Careers
Detroit is undergoing a once-in-a-generation transformation—one driven by innovation, community leadership, and an urgent demand for a new kind of workforce. As energy and tech sectors accelerate, organizations and employers are racing to prepare Detroit’s workforce for jobs that didn’t exist a decade ago. Workforce researchers note that tech-enabled roles across industries are growing…
Chasing Radio’s Rarest Signal: Meet Donato IK2EGL and the Bold Expedition to Earth’s Most Isolated Outpost
Few destinations stir the imagination of radio amateurs quite like Bouvet Island—a windswept, ice-covered outpost in the South Atlantic Ocean and one of the most remote places on Earth. Reaching it demands months of planning, rugged endurance, and a willingness to face conditions that few humans ever experience. For the dedicated team behind this expedition,…
Greenland Energy Corporation Is Leading Responsible Oil Development in Greenland’s Jameson Land Basin
The global conversation around oil is evolving—shaped by the forces of energy transition, geopolitical tension, and accelerating technology. Even as the world races toward decarbonization, demand for reliable, dispatchable energy continues to climb. Oil and gas together still supply just over half of global primary energy, underscoring their enduring role in the world’s power…
Bridging Circuits and Classrooms: How John Giddings Inspires the Next Generation of Tech Leaders
Silicon Valley’s story has always been about people as much as technology — the engineers, entrepreneurs, and dreamers who turn abstract science into world-changing innovations. Now, as the semiconductor industry drives a new wave of growth through renewable energy and AI, its roots in human ingenuity are more relevant than ever. According to the…
Solar + Storage: Your Defense Against Rising Energy Costs
Homeowners should consider their energy security as utility rates are increasing about 5% annually, outpacing inflation, and grid demand is rising due to AI data centers. There is a time-sensitive incentive to act, as federal tax credits for owning a solar system require the project to be completed by December 31st of this…
Business Investment in Solar and Battery Storage
Commercial and industrial electrical rates are rising, and this trend is expected to accelerate due to the massive energy demands from new data centers supporting the AI industry. For example, the Texas electrical grid is projected to need to double its capacity by 2030 to meet this new demand. This significant capital investment…
Faith, Fatherhood, and Fortitude: Inside Chase Harris’ Mission to Make Accessibility Possible for Every Child
Chase Harris is a father, husband, entrepreneur, and all-around force of light. Alongside his wife, Carly, and their son, Cash, he has inspired millions online through messages of resilience, faith, and family. Their story is one of turning adversity into action — and hardship into hope. “We knew early on that Cash had this special…
Breaking Things, Building Trust: How PayPal Powers Axecessive Force
In an age where experiences mean more than possessions, the rise of “active entertainment” has transformed how people unwind and connect. From axe-throwing to rage rooms, the thrill of safe destruction offers a therapeutic escape from daily stress. Yet behind the chaos of shattered glass and flying axes lies a precise operation — one…
The Big Beautiful Bill Solar’s Make-or-Break Moment
In this episode of The FSG Podcast, host Daniel Litwin, B2B Media Producer, sits down with Michael Cataline, Commercial Solar Projects Lead at FSG, to unpack one of the most talked-about policy shifts in recent energy history — the Big Beautiful Bill. Backed by the Trump administration, this legislation is poised to reshape the commercial…
Two Weeks Into Nano Banana: Google’s Latest Push Is Really Ahead of Its Competitors
Two weeks ago, I decided to give Google’s Gemini AI a real shot. Not just a quick test run, but actually integrating it into my daily workflow. What I discovered surprised me. Google’s latest push isn’t just catching up to the competition anymore. They’re actually pulling ahead in ways I didn’t expect. The Photo Restoration…
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