Siemens and Reinhausen develop AI Data centre SST
The solid-state transformer will convert medium-voltage AC directly to 800 VDC for high-density AI data centres
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California grid shifts with battery boom
21 GW battery fleet is helping balance solar power and rising electricity demand
DOE funds AI grid security research
A $750,000 award will fund tools to protect AI-powered grid operations from cyberattacks
Eaton brings quantum computing to grid security
Eaton has been awarded a US Air Force project exploring how quantum computing can strengthen grid resilience and security
CHINT tests 1000 kV transformer
The 1000 MVA UHV AC transformer has completed all type and routine tests, with reported noise levels below 63.7 dB(A)
Transformers arrive at Creag Dhubh
Two supergrid transformers have reached SSEN Transmission’s new Argyll substation, advancing the project towards energisation
IONATE brings smart transformer to GM
The hybrid intelligent transformer will be deployed at GM’s Romulus plant to support real-time power quality and resilience
800 VDC power for AI data centres
DG Matrix and Skeleton Technologies are combining solid-state transformer technology with fast-response storage for AI workloads
Hitachi Energy targets SF₆ reduction
The 550 kV EconiQ retrofill project with EGAT will upgrade gas-insulated lines without replacing primary equipment
19 transformers arrive in Holguín
New equipment will replace damaged transformers and help reduce outages across several municipalities
NYSEG doubles Dansville substation capacity
The Meyer Substation upgrade includes a new transformer, breakers and support equipment to improve reliability
UK universities support grid innovation
Ten academic institutions will support innovation across power electronics, digitalisation and transmission network resilience
Prysmian uses 100 % recycled copper for EGL2
The 2 GW HVDC link will use 10,000 t of 100 % recycled copper in its high-voltage subsea cables
Nigeria grid faces stability concerns
Experts warn that voltage instability, obsolete protection systems and weak transmission capacity threaten grid reliability
EG.D brings 3D awareness to substations
LiDAR and digital twin technology are being piloted to improve safety, security and response at Czech substations
Schneider Electric and Kraken drive grid flexibility
The partnership combines digital grid tools and AI to ease congestion, speed connections and reduce upgrade needs
World Bank electrifies 50 million Africans
Mission 300 aims to provide electricity to 300 million people in Africa by 2030, with financing support for eligible projects
GWEC targets 100 GW offshore wind
Global capacity nears 100 GW as GWEC warns permitting delays and grid constraints could slow offshore wind expansion
National Grid plans $470 M line upgrade
75-km A1/B2 corridor will replace 570 ageing structures and improve reliability across New England
Britain’s first shared grid AI model advances
FoSMo will bring major UK network operators together to develop AI-based asset monitoring
Three substations modernised by National Grid
National Grid installs shunt reactors at Cottam, Wylfa and Willington to improve voltage control and support a more stable electricity network
Offshore OTEC breakthrough achieved
World’s first purpose-built offshore platform aims to unlock continuous renewable energy from ocean temperature differences
Greece eyes floating nuclear
Study suggests floating nuclear plants could replace diesel on remote Greek islands still off-grid from mainland clean energy
Siemens and NVIDIA unveil data centre design
Reference architecture supports 136 MW facilities with 100 MW IT load for NVIDIA Vera Rubin AI data centres