
FERC commisioner defends data center colocation, backs broader review
In favor of agreements between power plants and nearby data centers
In favor of agreements between power plants and nearby data centers
Growth reported across most major US utilities
Seeks review of rejected ISA for power increase between nuclear plant and data center campus
US congressman Jay Obernolte argued that FERC should fast-track a clear rule set that will encourage the expansion of AI and its high energy requirements
Constellation has warned that the lack of clarity is impacting some of its plans to colocate data centers at nuclear power sites
Talen contends that FERC failed to apply the correct legal standard in its decision-making process
11GW of likely data center demand within its service territory
Company already has one ‘behind the meter’ deal with Compute North, could target more