U.S. grid
Coverage of U.S. grid in the Nexus archive.
- Solar beat coal on the US grid in May — a new milestone
The U.S. generated more electricity from solar panels than coal plants for the first time in May, marking a new milestone. The achievement occurred despite the Trump administration's efforts to revive coal.
- Tesla cofounder: ‘We should be really worried’ about the U.S. grid as China speeds ahead in the power race
Tesla cofounder JB Straubel warns the U.S. grid struggles to meet energy demands from AI and data centers as China rapidly expands power generation. Redwood Materials and General Motors partner to use recycled EV batteries for energy storage, while Voltus focuses on optimizing grid capacity through demand response solutions.
- The grid is in better shape this summer. Thank solar and batteries.
The U.S. grid is better prepared for an abnormally hot summer due to new solar installations, battery storage, and gas plants, according to a summer reliability assessment. The North American Electric Reliability Corporation highlighted these advancements as key factors in the grid's improved resilience.
- Power prices are up 76% on America’s biggest grid, and a watchdog is pointing fingers
Power prices have increased by 76% on America's largest grid due to surging demand from data centers, nearly doubling in price. This significant increase is attributed to the growing demand. A watchdog is investigating the matter.