Trump administration has canceled a federal loan which guaranteed delivering solar and wind-generated electricity to the midwest.

Clean energy advocates were deeply disappointed by the bill

18 state attorneys general argue that blocking permits for wind energy projects violates the Administrative Procedure Act.

Musk's satellite internet company Starlink appears to also have benefited from Musk’s once-close relationship with the president.

The House-passed bill repeals or phases out more quickly clean energy tax credits passed in the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act.

Some are questioning the wisdom of decommissioning nuclear reactors that provide a stable form of energy compared to renewables.

By 2028, data centers could consume up to 12% of the nation’s electricity.

The UK message was at odds with a U.S. official, who called policies that push for clean power over fossil fuels 'harmful and dangerous.'

Solar is the fastest-growing source of electricity generation in the U.S.

President Donald Trump's escalating trade war with China threatens to crimp a massive source of solar panels and parts.

A Trump executive order put projects funded by the 2021 Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and 2022 Inflation Reduction Act on hold.

Trump administration officials have also indicated that additional, sector-specific tariffs targeting electronics are on the way.

Outdated permitting systems could stymie nuclear projects needed for tomorrow’s data centers, panelists said.

The event will take place at Clyde’s of Gallery Place starting at 8:30 a.m. Doors open at 8:15 a.m.

A convergence of interest between the energy-hungry needs of major Internet players and the Trump administration's 'energy dominance'

In Europe, environmental standards 'are not a hope, not a wish, not a best effort—it's a regulatory mandate.'

Experts gather next Thursday to explore AI infrastructure challenges at the intersection of data centers, nuclear power, and broadband.

Resolution heads to the Senate as Republicans push to reverse Biden-era regulations.

This event previewed the upcoming in-person 'Data Centers, Nuclear Power, and Broadband Summit' conference on March 27

The bill aims to fast-track the process for studying and approving nuclear reactor projects.

Iowa governor also plans to sign an executive order to create a Nuclear Energy Task Force in the state.

Believes FERC currently poses too many regulatory hurdles

Subcommittee hearing discussed future energy needs for AI infrastructure.

With AI driving huge energy needs, some states see an opportunity

The maker of ChatGPT put out an RFP for land, electricity, engineers and architects in Oregon, Pennsylvania and Wisconsin.

Expects tech companies to play a key role in nuclear investment

AI data centers have spurred proposals to bring nuclear power plants out of retirement and develop small modular nuclear reactors.

The summit will provide key insights into the evolving relationship between power generation, data centers, and broadband infrastructure.

Trump's theory of the economy is that the American left foolishly turned its back on domestic energy production.

Making AI more efficient could be less taxing on the environment, experts say, even if its huge electricity needs are not going away.

Amazon Web Services is building next to the Susquehanna nuclear plant in eastern Pennsylvania. Utilities say that's not fair.

An annual series of the year's top 12 stories in broadband.

Wright has argued that the climate movement around the world is 'collapsing under its own weight.'

Trump, rather than Biden, could get to tell Americans that he built the country back better.

Tester has supported bringing broadband to rural areas, while sometimes opposing Democratic proposals to tighten energy industry rules.

'Ports are the linchpin to America’s supply chain,’' Biden said in a speech at Dundalk Marine Terminal Tuesday.

Besides the climate law, Biden-Harris are seeking to spend billions in projects approved under the infrastructure law and the CHIPS Act.

Broadband experts cautioned against alternative technologies under BEAD.

Data centers are driving power demands but few seem to want data centers near them.

The world is watching America’s presidential election November 5, and tonight’s debate may be the only face-off.

Artificial intelligence only tech or telecom issue mentioned by Harris in acceptance speech.

The platform links together investments in broadband infrastructure with policies promoting semiconductors and green energy.

These vast, climate-controlled facilities, housing thousands of servers, support cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and data-driven decision-making.

Just as crypto has emerged as a tech and infrastructure issue with a heavily Republican tilt, advanced energy may serve a similar role for Democrats.

It's hard to imagine a greater contrast on any issue – including immigration –between the current GOP and the Democratic Party.

As AI technology adoption increases, legislators are looking at cracking down on copyright concerns.

Tech companies are reporting higher greenhouse gas emissions.

The idea behind 'Made in America' is to combine reindustrialization, national security, reviving left-behind places, cheering up blue-collar workers and reducing carbon emissions.

During the Trump era, GOP lawmakers emerged as vocal advocates for cryptocurrency and blockchain technology.

President Joe Biden has made attacking 'junk fees' a key focus of his administration.

The Biden Administration facilitated 21 state commitments to prioritize increasing energy grid capacity.

Rights of way, pole attachments, environmental permitting and other hurdles to broadband infrastructure deployment.

There is a renewed focus on how best to protect personal information in an increasingly digital world.

At play in Smart Cities: Data collection, smart infrastructure, IoT, communications technologies, regulations and more.

Data centers are expected to grow to 6% of American energy consumption by 2026

Top controversies include 5G network slicing, paid prioritizing and exempting broadband providers from Universal Service Fund contributions.

At the center of the battle over the airwaves in the United States is the question of spectrum sharing.

The policy and law surrounding the program to remove Chinese telecommunications equipment from U.S. networks.

The controversies and details surrounding the FCC's rules to prevent and eliminate digital discrimination.

Problems accessing poles could delay fiber builds funded by the Broadband Equity, Access and Deployment program.

Will the program’s matching funds requirement stretch federal dollars, or hinder smalller providers?

Fiber can connect city systems to make them more efficient.

How will prior broadband programs impact BEAD Implementation?

Biden Administration’s Investing in America initiative is investing billions of dollars into domestic manufacturing.

What’s next for BEAD implementation?

Private investments need to support federal money going to infrastructure projects across the United States.

With government action, America can reindustrialize itself, bolster national security, revive left-behind places and reduce carbon emissions.

The program instructs applicants on best practices to write winning grant applications.

When President Biden talks about his economic program, the CHIPS Act is the star of the show.

The U.S. accounts for just 10 percent of electric vehicle production and 7 percent of battery production.

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The NTIA is on the cusp of announcing the award winners to the states by June 30, 2023.

The event will examine how domestic procurement requirements will impact a historic wave of federal funding for infrastructure.

How can broadband providers electrify their installation processes and support the push for green energy?

Our comprehensive report examines the extremely timely issue of content moderation and Section 230 from multiple angles.

Will providers be required to use equipment that is not readily available within the United States?

The Broadband Breakfast Report for January 2023 lays out the things to know about the challenge process.

Broadband Breakfast presents the first of its annual '12 Days of Broadband' series about the top 12 stories of the year.

Broadband Breakfast is tracking planned BEAD connections by technology

Broadband Breakfast is tracking fixed wireless access subscriptions.

Broadband Breakfast is tracking wireline broadband subscriptions.

Broadband Breakfast is tracking wireline and wireless broadband subscribers by technology.

The Breakfast Club produces exclusive, Premium Reports on actionable topics of broadband policy and internet technology.

March 16, 2021 – Democratic lawmakers have introduced a $312 billion bill that would boost broadband, clean energy and public health infrastructure. The Leading Infrastructure For Tomorrow’s America Act, or LIFT America Act, was introduced Monday and is backed by all Democratic members of the House’

February 3, 2021 – The problem with electric vehicles has always been that they don’t have enough battery to achieve a decent driving range at a reasonable cost, a group of experts said on a panel discussion on January 26 led by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. That’s why electric cars have been eyed a

January 5, 2021 — The digital divide afflicting the United States has become even more apparent throughout the pandemic, repositioning the issue of universal broadband access to the forefront of many Washington policy agendas, including that of President-elect Joe Biden. The Biden presidential campa

August 19, 2020 — Members of the Rural Caucus and the Native American Caucus of the Democratic Party made calls for modernizing broadband and energy infrastructure during caucus meetings on Tuesday. As part of the Democratic National Convention, members of the Rural Caucus opened their meeting by ob

“There is no better way to stimulate our economy and create millions of good paying jobs than to modernize our badly aging infrastructure, especially now that millions of Americans have lost their jobs due to the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Energy and Commerce Committee Chairman Frank Pa

June 30, 2020 — “Broadband has got to be the order of the day, going forward,” said Rep. James Clyburn, D-S.C., during a Tuesday webinar hosted by the Northern Virginia Technology Council. The webinar centered on the leadership Clyburn has exhibited in a slew of arenas, particularly, technology poli

June 29, 2020 — In a meeting of the House Rules Committee, Republicans said that even if the INVEST in America Act passed in the House, it would be dead on arrival in the Senate. The bill provides nearly $500 billion in funding for transportation infrastructure and broadband construction. Calling it

June 22, 2020 — On Monday, House Democrats announced the Moving Forward Act, a $1.5 trillion infrastructure bill aimed at creating millions of jobs, while rebuilding American communities with infrastructure that is “smarter, safer and made to last.” The bill aims to address long-standing disparities

Broadband in the U.S.A.: Every state and territory

WASHINGTON, September 16, 2015 – A movement to make cities “smart” by using the power of broadband and information technology processing power is reaching critical mass, with the White House on Monday announcing a comprehensive initiative to support municipal efforts. Coinciding with the Smart Citi

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The 'Data Centers, Nuclear Power and Broadband Summit' took place on March 27, 2025.

American energy production has increased substantially over the past few years.

As data centers proliferate, Nuclear Energy is potentially ready for a revival.