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DOE's congressionally mandated report on data center energy usage by Berkeley Lab is out, and it's already making the rounds with industry partners. "The report finds that data centers consumed about 4.4% of total U.S. electricity in 2023 and are expected to consume approximately 6.7 to 12% of total U.S. electricity by 2028." - https://lnkd.in/eZghU5qH Learn more about what the DOE is doing to support this rising demand: https://lnkd.in/eMsVPX4s

⭐ 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗣𝗮𝗽𝗲𝗿! ⭐ I’m excited to announce that my paper, “𝗢𝗽𝗲𝗻 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗮𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗰 𝘃𝗲𝗵𝗶𝗰𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗨𝗞 𝗱𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗯𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗻𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀: 𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗮 𝗱𝗶𝗴𝗶𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲”, has been published in 𝘐𝘌𝘛 𝘚𝘮𝘢𝘳𝘵 𝘎𝘳𝘪𝘥! 📖 The paper is open access, so you can read the full paper here: https://lnkd.in/etMWfi48. This paper provides a detailed overview of the current snapshot of available open data for modelling the impacts of electric vehicles (EVs) 🚘 on the UK distribution network ⚡, highlighting opportunities for a digital spine. We are the first to review open data available for UK distribution networks, focusing on spatial data 🌍. We also explore data for census small geographies, vehicle ownership, EV charger locations and data on their usage. Several issues are identified, including inconsistencies in dataset availability, file naming conventions, feature definitions and geographic discrepancies. 𝗔𝗻𝗮𝗹𝘆𝘀𝗶𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝗗𝗡𝗢 𝗘𝗩 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗴𝗲𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝗻𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗱𝗮𝘁𝗮 🔌 We specifically analyse EV charger connection data for secondary distribution substations from two UK Distribution Network Operators (DNOs). The validity of the data is assessed by comparing it to known public charger locations from OpenChargeMap. While one DNO provides data coverage for > 95% of its substations, it is valid for only 24.1% of substations with at least one public charger. Conversely, the other DNO provides data coverage for 1% of its substations due to privacy-related obfuscation, with data valid for 98.3% of substations with at least one public charger. 𝗪𝗵𝘆 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿? Addressing these challenges through standardised data-sharing practices and implementing a digital spine could enhance the accuracy and reliability of EV-grid integration models. These improvements are essential for facilitating the seamless integration of EVs into the grid and supporting the transition to a sustainable energy system. I hope this paper sparks conversations about data quality and data sharing in the energy sector and acts as a valuable resource for others who are interested in modelling EV-grid interactions using open data 😊. A big thanks to my supervisors, Furong Li and Julian Padget, as well as the AAPS CDT - EPSRC Centre for Doctoral Training in Advanced Automotive Propulsion Systems and Supergen Energy Networks Hub for supporting my PhD. This work was also partly inspired by the Digital Spine Feasibility Study commissioned by the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero. #electricvehicles #opendata #smartgrid #distributionnetworks #digitalspine #energytransition

𝗪𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗲𝘅𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 LF Energy - EVerest Project!       🔌The LF Energy is an open-source initiative aimed at creating a modular software framework for EV charging stations. It aims to establish a universal, interoperable platform that supports various charging scenarios, from home charging to fast public charging and bidirectional capabilities.   🔦Today PIONIX GmbH also 𝗽𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗱 𝗮 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗿𝗲𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗻 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 of our Task operating agent Marco Piffaretti where the main challenges and next steps of the Task 53 (INBID) are mentioned. Full Information available on PIONIX GmbH.   🎯By providing a standardized, open-source solution, LF Energy - EVerest Project contributes to Task 53 (INBID) by 𝐚𝐝𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐬 between charging stations, vehicles, and power grids, potentially accelerating the adoption of bidirectional charging technologies and supporting the development of more efficient and flexible EV charging infrastructure.     🔋🚙𝗧𝗮𝘀𝗸 𝟱𝟯, as an initiative within the framework of the 𝗛𝗘𝗩 𝗧𝗖𝗣 by 𝗜𝗘𝗔, intends to act and help test the conformance of the upcoming ISO 15118-2X amendments regarding bidirectional charging for AC, DC and wireless.   ✅Join Task 53 (INBID) as well!! 𝘍𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘰𝘸 𝘪𝘯𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘶𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴 𝘰𝘯 𝘸𝘦𝘣𝘱𝘢𝘨𝘦.     International Energy Agency (IEA) I The Hybrid and Electric Vehicle Technology Collaboration Programme I The Linux Foundation I PIONIX GmbH I LF Energy I Marco Piffaretti I Regina Flury von Arx I Nicole Waechter I   #V2G #bidirectionalcharging #electricitygrid #DC #AC #smartcharging #software 

US Data-Center Power Use Could Nearly Triple By 2028, DOE-Backed Report Says: U.S. data center power demand could nearly triple in the next three years, and consume as much as 12% of the country's electricity, as the industry undergoes an AI transformation, according to an unpublished Department of Energy-backed report seen by Reuters. The publication adds: The Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory report, which is expected to be released on Friday, comes as the U.S. power industry and government agencies attempt to understand how the sudden rise of Big Tech's data-center demand will affect electrical grids, power bills and the climate. By 2028, data-center annual energy use could reach between 74 and 132 gigawatts, or between 6.7% and 12% of total U.S. electricity consumption, according to the Berkeley Lab report. The industry standard-setting report included ranges that depended partly on the availability and demand for a type of AI chip known as GPUs. Currently, data centers make up a little more than 4% of the country's power load. "This really signals to us where the frontier is in terms of growing energy demand in the U.S.," said Avi Shultz, director of the DOE's Industrial Efficiency and Decarbonization Office. Read more of this story at Slashdot.

Data centers can drive revenues for Dominion, Pinnacle West, Southern, but there are risks: Moody’s. Electric utilities looking to benefit from data center growth could face credit risks in the event new power demand does not materialize as expected, according to Moody’s Ratings. Vertically-integrated electric utilities can benefit from data center demand growth but will also face credit risks unless contractual safeguards and other cost recovery mechanisms are put in place, according to a Monday report from Moody’s Ratings. The report names Dominion Energy subsidiary Virginia Electric and Power Co., Pinnacle West Capital subsidiary Arizona Public Service, and Southern Co.’s Georgia Power as utilities well positioned to benefit from higher revenues associated with serving cloud computing, artificial intelligence and other digital services. Data center electricity demand could double by 2030 to consume 9% of U.S. electricity generation, according to analysis published by the Electric Power Research Institute in May. Some experts, however, doubt that all of the anticipated load growth will materialize as AI-enabling chips and algorithms become more efficient. Because the electricity supply contracts between utilities and data centers are signed before construction begins, “a utility is effectively building generating capacity for power that is contracted and reserved for today, but will not be used until later,” Moody’s said. “Generation capacity forecasts are also vulnerable to unexpected customer departures, such as when a hyperscaler tenant decides to move to another location ... or when a colocation landlord has insufficient tenant demand to meet its power contract obligations.” TNi Energy-BESS 1.20MW 10HR LDES, we've innovated a groundbreaking method that repurposes recycled lead-acid batteries, extending their life span to 25 years for C1 to C20 Energy Storage purposes. Previously, the industry lacked a safe and environmentally conscious alternative to lithium | sodium-ion batteries. However, our proprietary technique reveals that lead-acid batteries are not only SAFER but also 60-75% more cost-effective than their hazardous counterparts. Made in the USA #TNiEnergy,#10HRLDES,#ELDES,#C1toC20,#nebulositycloud, #BESS,#C3Energy,#Energy, #ZEROemmissions, #ZEROcarbon, #energytransistion, #LeadAcid Battery, #windpower, #solarpower, #VPP, #MicroGrid, #DERM, #HydroPower 

US Data-Center Power Use Could Nearly Triple By 2028, DOE-Backed Report Says: U.S. data center power demand could nearly triple in the next three years, and consume as much as 12% of the country's electricity, as the industry undergoes an AI transformation, according to an unpublished Department of Energy-backed report seen by Reuters. The publication adds: The Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory report, which is expected to be released on Friday, comes as the U.S. power industry and government agencies attempt to understand how the sudden rise of Big Tech's data-center demand will affect electrical grids, power bills and the climate. By 2028, data-center annual energy use could reach between 74 and 132 gigawatts, or between 6.7% and 12% of total U.S. electricity consumption, according to the Berkeley Lab report. The industry standard-setting report included ranges that depended partly on the availability and demand for a type of AI chip known as GPUs. Currently, data centers make up a little more than 4% of the country's power load. "This really signals to us where the frontier is in terms of growing energy demand in the U.S.," said Avi Shultz, director of the DOE's Industrial Efficiency and Decarbonization Office. Read more of this story at Slashdot.

Data centers can drive revenues for Dominion, Pinnacle West, Southern, but there are risks: Moody’s. Electric utilities looking to benefit from data center growth could face credit risks in the event new power demand does not materialize as expected, according to Moody’s Ratings. Vertically-integrated electric utilities can benefit from data center demand growth but will also face credit risks unless contractual safeguards and other cost recovery mechanisms are put in place, according to a Monday report from Moody’s Ratings. The report names Dominion Energy subsidiary Virginia Electric and Power Co., Pinnacle West Capital subsidiary Arizona Public Service, and Southern Co.’s Georgia Power as utilities well positioned to benefit from higher revenues associated with serving cloud computing, artificial intelligence and other digital services. Data center electricity demand could double by 2030 to consume 9% of U.S. electricity generation, according to analysis published by the Electric Power Research Institute in May. Some experts, however, doubt that all of the anticipated load growth will materialize as AI-enabling chips and algorithms become more efficient. Because the electricity supply contracts between utilities and data centers are signed before construction begins, “a utility is effectively building generating capacity for power that is contracted and reserved for today, but will not be used until later,” Moody’s said. “Generation capacity forecasts are also vulnerable to unexpected customer departures, such as when a hyperscaler tenant decides to move to another location ... or when a colocation landlord has insufficient tenant demand to meet its power contract obligations.” TNi Energy-BESS 1.20MW 10HR LDES, we've innovated a groundbreaking method that repurposes recycled lead-acid batteries, extending their life span to 25 years for C1 to C20 Energy Storage purposes. Previously, the industry lacked a safe and environmentally conscious alternative to lithium | sodium-ion batteries. However, our proprietary technique reveals that lead-acid batteries are not only SAFER but also 60-75% more cost-effective than their hazardous counterparts. Made in the USA #TNiEnergy,#10HRLDES,#ELDES,#C1toC20,#nebulositycloud, #BESS,#C3Energy,#Energy, #ZEROemmissions, #ZEROcarbon, #energytransistion, #LeadAcid Battery, #windpower, #solarpower, #VPP, #MicroGrid, #DERM, #HydroPower 

🌱 Bloom Energy Partners with AEP to Power AI Data Centers with Clean Energy 🌱 We are proud to announce a major milestone in our mission to drive a cleaner, more resilient future! #BloomEnergy has entered into a landmark agreement with American Electric Power (AEP) for the procurement of up to 1 gigawatt (GW) of fuel cells to power AEP’s AI-powered data centers. This transformative collaboration is a significant step toward accelerating the adoption of clean energy in the growing data center industry, which is crucial to powering the next wave of AI innovation. By harnessing Bloom Energy's fuel cell technology, AEP will be able to generate reliable and cost-effective energy for these high-demand facilities. This will not only help meet their energy needs but also significantly reduce their carbon footprint. As the demand for AI and data center infrastructure continues to surge, this partnership highlights the critical need for sustainable, scalable energy solutions. At Bloom Energy, we are proud to be at the forefront of this movement, providing clean energy solutions that will power the technologies of tomorrow—today.   📰 Read the full news release here: https://lnkd.in/g7wb7ufa   #FuelCells #PowerGeneration #AIDataCenters #CleanEnergy

𝗡𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗚𝗿𝗶𝗱 𝗔𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀 𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗦𝘂𝗿𝗴𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗺 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗜 🌐💡 CEO of the UK National Grid, John Pettigrew, forecasted a six-fold increase in data centre power usage over the next decade, attributing this surge to the rapid advancement and adoption of #quantumcomputing and #artificialintelligence technologies. 𝗗𝗼𝘂𝗯𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗼𝘄𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗘𝗹𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗿𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 ⚡🏭 With the UK's energy demand expected to double by 2030, due to the electrification of heat, transport, and industry, Pettigrew stressed the urgent need for a more robust and innovative #energyinfrastructure. 𝗔𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗕𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗼𝗳 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 🔄🌿 Pettigrew describes the UK's current energy landscape as a 'pivotal moment', necessitating forward-thinking and decisive measures to ensure the transmission #network is equipped for the demands of tomorrow. 𝗘𝗻𝘃𝗶𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻 𝗨𝗹𝘁𝗿𝗮-𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵 𝗩𝗼𝗹𝘁𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗡𝗲𝘁𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 🏗️🔌 The National Grid is considering the development of an ultra-high voltage onshore transmission network, which could dramatically enhance the UK's energy distribution capabilities by facilitating bulk power transfers and connecting high-demand centres more efficiently. 𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗛𝘂𝗯𝘀: 𝗔 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗴𝗶𝗰 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗳𝘁 🛠️🌍 Transitioning to a model of central capacity hubs, Pettigrew outlines a vision for a more streamlined and efficient approach to energy transmission, leveraging high-capacity substations to better accommodate current and future energy needs. 𝗔 𝗕𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗯𝗼𝗻𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗧𝗼𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘄 🌐🛤️ This new strategy aims to overlay an 'ultra-fast backbone' onto the existing grid, promoting targeted investments and bolstering the network's resilience, ultimately supporting the UK's #economicgrowth and #innovation potential. 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮-𝗗𝗿𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗻 𝗘𝗿𝗮 📊🌟 Amidst growing recognition of AI's impact on #infrastructure, reports highlight the pressing need for upgrades to manage #data and energy requirements effectively, underlining the importance of proactive measures in adapting to the evolving digital landscape. Read more at https://lnkd.in/emRA7tx6 #technews #energytransition #quantumcomputing #ai #ukenergy #futuretech #energy

Bloom energy is leading the energy trasition. The landmark 1 GW agreement between Bloom and AEP shows the trust of customers in Bloom SOFC powered electricity solution. For more information, read our press release. #energytransition #Bloomenergy #Datacentre