Tennessee
Trump Signs Order Launching 'Project Genesis' to Accelerate AI Science and Research
Initiative aims to accelerate discovery in biotechnology, manufacturing, and quantum science in renewed 'Manhattan Project' scale effort.
Nuclear
First U.S. Utility Seeks Permit for a Small Nuclear Reactor
The Tennessee Valley Authority announced Tuesday it had submitted a construction permit application to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission for a small, modular nuclear reactor.
AI
Data Center Investment for AI Critical in Race Against China: Altman, Tech Execs
By 2028, data centers could consume up to 12% of the nation’s electricity.
Metro Connect
On-Site Gas Generation a Solution to Data Center Power Crunch: Expert
'On-site generation would be up to 85% efficient when you capture waste heat on site,' Summers said, versus 33% grid efficiency.
12 Days of Broadband
AI Revolution Sparked Growth in Data Centers
Nuclear energy gained momentum as a green solution to data centers' rising power demands.
American Energy
Trump Names Fossil Fuel Executive Chris Wright as Energy Secretary
Wright has argued that the climate movement around the world is 'collapsing under its own weight.'
Infrastructure
Expedited Federal Review Boosts Rollout of Broadband Initiatives
Permitting changes are accelerating the expansion of semiconductor fabs and solar developments.
IIJA
White House Launches Federal-State Energy Collab
The Biden Administration facilitated 21 state commitments to prioritize increasing energy grid capacity.
Energy Department
FPF Announces Center for AI Research
The FPF Center for AI will develop best practices for the technology and track legislation.
Energy Department
CHIPS Act is Working, Lawmakers Say at First Anniversary
Companies have announced over $166 billion in semiconductor investments since the CHIPS Act was passed.
Infrastructure
Greater Private Investments Will Supplement Federal Dollars Expended in Build America Initiative
Private investments need to support federal money going to infrastructure projects across the United States.
Energy
Lawmakers Debate Clean Energy’s Role in Resolving Supply Chain Fragility, China Concerns
The U.S. accounts for just 10 percent of electric vehicle production and 7 percent of battery production.
Infrastructure
Sector Specific Agencies a Resource for Cybersecurity Concerns
Federal agencies are equipped to support sectors dealing with cybersecurity concerns.
IIJA
Petition for Supreme Court Review of Social Media Laws, CHIPS Act Implementation, FirstLight Fiber
‘We have every reason to believe the Justices will … agree to hear this case,’ said CCIA President Matt Schruers
Energy Department
Biden Encourages House to Pass Technology Innovation Funding Bill
The United States Innovation and Competition Act would, among other things, plow money into semiconductor research and development.
Infrastructure
Broadband-Enhanced ‘Smart Grid’ Provides Energy Savings and Enhanced Economic Development
WASHINGTON, May 31, 2013 – High-speed broadband is the key to optimizing energy usage, said Graham Richard, CEO of Advanced Energy Economy, at Thursday keynote speak at the annual Better Buildings Summit sponsored by the United States Department of Energy. Richard, the former mayor of Ft. Wayne, Ind
