The Large Energy Users Pledge was announced on March 12 at the CERAWeek energy conference in Houston, Texas. Big companies like Google, Amazon, and Meta have joined a pledge to triple nuclear energy use by 2050. These tech giants have teamed up with Dow, Allseas, OSGE, and Occidental to push for more nuclear power. This […]
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), the largest semiconductor foundry in the world, reported strong revenue growth in the first two months of 2025. The company earned NT$553.3 billion (US$16.81 billion), a 39.2% increase from last year. This growth is driven by the high demand for AI chips, especially from NVIDIA. AI Demand Fuels TSMC Revenue […]
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), under the Trump administration, canceled $20 billion in climate grants that were part of the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund (GGRF). This program was created under a previous administration’s climate law to support clean energy projects. The money was meant for community organizations, nonprofits, credit unions, housing agencies, and solar energy […]
Orano, a leader in uranium enrichment, is expanding its Georges Besse II plant in Tricastin, France. This expansion will provide a steady supply of enriched uranium for European utility companies. To support this, Orano signed a €400 million loan agreement with the European Investment Bank (EIB). The funding will increase the plant’s capacity and enhance […]
Chevron Corporation is stepping into data center power generation. The company is focusing on locations with easy access to natural gas and lower carbon intensity. Chevron CEO Mike Wirth revealed and discussed these plans at the CERAWeek energy conference by S&P Global in Houston. Hyperscale companies want off-grid power sources to speed up their market […]
Oracle’s Q3 2025 results showed mixed performance, with revenue and earnings missing expectations. However, the company saw strong cloud growth, securing major AI-driven deals with OpenAI, Meta, and Nvidia. At the same time, Oracle is making strides in sustainability, aiming for net-zero emissions by 2050. Despite a recent stock dip, Oracle’s cloud expansion and green […]
Rio Tinto has completed its $6.7 billion acquisition of Arcadium Lithium in the U.S. The Royal Court of Jersey approved the deal on March 5, officially making Arcadium Lithium a part of Rio Tinto Lithium. This acquisition also brings the Rincon lithium project into Rio Tinto’s growing portfolio. Rio Tinto’s Big Bet on Arcadium Lithium […]
Green artificial intelligence (AI) has a crucial role in accelerating the transition to clean energy and achieving net-zero emissions. AI solutions boost energy efficiency, improve power grids, and cut carbon footprints in various industries. Machine learning algorithms predict energy demand. This helps integrate renewable sources, such as solar and wind, more effectively. Additionally, AI improves […]
Electricity demand in the United States is rising faster than it has in decades. For years, power use remained steady due to efficiency improvements and shifts in industrial activity. However, recent changes have increased demand significantly. More people are using electric vehicles (EVs), new factories are opening, and artificial intelligence (AI) is expanding. These factors […]