by News Feed Editor | Jul 29, 2026 | Energy
An opinion piece argues that focusing on blocking AI data centers misses the larger debate about AI’s role in society, suggesting social norms rather than zoning laws will ultimately determine technology’s impact.
by News Feed Editor | Jul 29, 2026 | Energy
The Trump administration has generated over $13 billion from Venezuelan oil sales since January, with the funds held in U.S. Treasury accounts, though accountability and allocation of proceeds remain subjects of congressional scrutiny.
by News Feed Editor | Jul 29, 2026 | Energy
Finland’s Polar Night Energy has commissioned the world’s largest sand battery in Pornainen, capable of storing 100 MWh of renewable energy using heated crushed soapstone for district heating.
by News Feed Editor | Jul 29, 2026 | Energy
Oil futures prices have remained subdued despite severe Middle Eastern supply disruptions, but physical market indicators suggest tightening conditions may signal growing supply constraints.
by News Feed Editor | Jul 29, 2026 | Energy
Environmental groups and Boulder City officials filed an administrative appeal challenging federal approval of a 167-megawatt data center on public lands in Nevada, citing bypassed environmental reviews and water concerns.
by News Feed Editor | Jul 29, 2026 | Energy
Indiana Governor Braun issued an executive order directing state officials to explore reopening retired coal plants or preventing closures to power new AI data centers proposed by tech companies.