FERC Orders PJM to Create New Rules for Co-Located Power Plants and Data Centers
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has ordered PJM Interconnection to establish new rules for co-located power plants and data centers, reshaping transmission services, interconnection, and behind-the-meter generation policy.[4] This regulatory change addresses growing demands from data centers and supports grid infrastructure modernization.[4]
Enlight Breaks Ground on $3 Billion Arizona Solar and Storage Complex
Enlight Renewable Energy broke ground on a $3 billion project in Arizona featuring over 1.2 gigawatts of solar capacity and 4 gigawatt-hours of battery storage.[6] This major development highlights continued growth in utility-scale solar paired with energy storage to enhance grid reliability.[6]
All Five Offshore Wind Projects Halted by Trump Administration Resume Construction
A federal ruling allows a New York offshore wind project to proceed, enabling all five projects previously halted by the Trump administration in December to resume construction.[1] Ørsted reported $7 billion invested in the development, which is 45% complete.[1]
California Leads U.S. Solar Generation with 21.4% of National Total
California produced 21.4% of the U.S. total solar energy generation of 24,519 thousand megawatt-hours in February 2026, topping state rankings according to EIA data.[8] The report underscores California’s dominance in renewable energy output amid national growth trends.[8]
Solar Installations Skyrocket 64% Globally in 2025, Batteries Deployment Rises
Global solar PV installations increased by 64% in 2025, with solar projected to account for 80% of renewable capacity growth over the next five years.[2] Battery energy storage systems saw strong deployment to address intermittency in solar and wind integration.[2] Utilities are investing in grid modernization tools like DERMS and AI for handling variable renewables.[