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The DTECH Data Centers & AI Conference brings together energy and #digitalinfrastructure leaders to explore how #AI-driven power demand is reshaping utility operations, grid reliability, and the need for #sustainable solutions. Allan Schurr, PE will be participating in a panel session on that very topic, diving into the steps #datacenter operators need to take to secure power now as the wait for interconnection continues to grow. 𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲: 𝗢𝗻𝘀𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 Thursday, May 29 | 11:15 AM – 12 PM | 📍 Crystal Room Allan will join Spencer G. Hanes, Jr, Tom Wilson, David Derlin, and moderator Samaneh Morovati, Ph.D., SMIEEE to discuss how new and existing data centers can keep their operations on track with energy solutions like flexible onsite generation. Don’t miss this insightful session, and you can also schedule time to meet with Allan in the link below: https://bit.ly/4my8oVQ #DTECH #cleanenergy #microgrids #generators #datacenterflexibility

In operating environments where reliable power is critical, adherence to OEM guidelines is essential. But it’s not always enough. Real-world conditions often push equipment beyond design assumptions, and when that happens, reliability depends on more than just checklists. This article from Paul Andrews highlights the importance of combining standard #maintenance protocols with field-proven strategies to keep systems running when it matters most. The performance of our #microgrids depends on a strategic approach to maintenance, and Paul has helped put these concepts into action, so our operations run smoothly and the power stays on for our customers. Read his full article in the link below: https://bit.ly/43MqFax #resiliency #powergeneration #generators

The spotlight has quickly shifted to #datacenters in today’s energy landscape, and for good reason. From powering #AI to driving economic growth and drawing increasing attention from policymakers, data centers are now central to any conversation about power supply, #sustainability, and #digitaltransformation. The newly released “2025 State of the Infrastructure Industry” report from Infrastructure Masons offers a timely, in-depth look at the opportunities and challenges shaping our #digitalinfrastructure. The report outlines both the current state of the industry and what the future may hold, and we’re proud to note that Pete DiSanto contributed his insights to this important work. Here are a few key takeaways from this year’s report: ⚡️ Power is the new bottleneck – and the new frontier. Clean, reliable energy access is now the No. 1 factor in data center deployment. The report explores innovative siting strategies and the resurgence of natural gas. 🌐 AI is reshaping infrastructure at every level. With inference workloads projected to dominate by 2030, speed, density, and distributed sites will drive how and where we scale. 🏘️ Community perception is no longer a side issue; it’s mission critical. Responsible growth is grounded in trust and local impact. This report is more than a snapshot. It’s a blueprint for building smarter, cleaner energy supply with purpose. Read the full report here: https://bit.ly/3H6LULz #iMasons #energytransition #datacenterflexibility #cleanenergy

🎧 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗲𝗽𝗶𝘀𝗼𝗱𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝙐𝙣𝙥𝙡𝙪𝙜𝙜𝙚𝙙 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙋𝙚𝙩𝙚 𝗶𝘀 𝗹𝗶𝘃𝗲! 🎧 Pete DiSanto sits down with Sam Thigpen, CEO of Sapphire Gas Solutions, to discuss how mobile natural gas, virtual pipelines, and more are closing critical gaps in gas infrastructure. Sam shares how Sapphire is helping customers access natural gas when traditional infrastructure isn’t available, and why flexibility, scale, and real-world execution are more important than ever. Check out a clip below and be sure to listen to the full interview in the link to hear their insights on the future of natural gas solutions as energy demands rise. https://bit.ly/43qkpE1 #energytransition #cleanenergy #datacenters

Reliable backup power fueled by natural gas doesn’t have to be a tradeoff for #ESG goals. It can be a catalyst. In his latest article, James Kelly challenges the outdated view that backup generation undermines #sustainability, and he makes a compelling case for natural gas systems as a smart, scalable, and ESG-aligned solution. Jim explains how onsite natural gas generation can be a strategic tool that helps facilities reduce peak load impact, supports resilience, and advances #cleanenergy without compromise. Read his article to find out how natural gas #resilinecy can make the connection between uptime and sustainability. https://bit.ly/3FotDZv #energytransition #gridreliability #microgrids #generators

The conversation around #datacenter power demand is becoming one of the most urgent topics in energy infrastructure. In his latest article, Pete DiSanto responds to a piece by Ivan Penn from the The New York Times that suggests utility customers could end up paying more to power new data center developments. Pete explains how the traditional power delivery model can no longer keep up with today’s speed-to-power requirements, and flexible, scalable solutions like behind-the-meter generation and hybrid approaches are moving from the margins to the mainstream. Give it a read if you’re interested in how we can modernize our energy systems to support growth in a smarter, more #resilient way. https://bit.ly/43gIDAG #digitalinfrastructure #microgrids #datacenterflexibility #cleanenergy

One year ago today, residents and businesses across the #Houston area were devastated by a powerful, fast-moving #derecho that struck the heart of the city. It was as destructive as it was unexpected, resulting in an estimated $1.2 billion in damages, leaving nearly 1 million without power, and causing the unfortunate loss of lives. But research suggests that derechos are happening much more frequently in areas of the country that have historically seen few, if any, of these violent storms. In April, Pennsylvania experienced a rare derecho with 90-mph winds, and derechos are becoming part of the weather patterns in the Deep South and Mid-Atlantic regions. As warmer springtime weather increases the chances of severe pop-up storms like derechos, are you prepared for the unexpected, long-duration outages that could quickly become a reality? #Resiliency is no longer optional for businesses and communities. During the days following last year’s derecho, our natural gas #microgrids provided the reliability our customers depend on: ⚡ More than 1,800 hours of coverage ⏳ Over 100 continuous hours at several sites 🗓️ 10 of our microgrids remained in operation for four days after the event The question isn’t if the next storm will hit; it’s when. The next one could be closer than you think, so make sure you won’t be left in the dark. See how Enchanted Rock’s #generators performed in some of the most extreme types of weather and learn how our onsite #powergeneration has delivered when it matters most. https://bit.ly/4gMb4LC #cleanenergy #gridsupport #hurricaneseason

Industry leaders will convene at the 2025 Energy Thought Summit #ETS25 next week to explore how the energy sector can support initiatives that will transform the grid, deliver clean, affordable power, and advance the growth of #AI. If you’re attending, be sure to catch Jim Barbour's panel session on the critical intersection of utility planning, power supply, and #datacenter demand. 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗹 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝗨𝘁𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗮 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 Monday, May 19 | 3:30-4:15 pm CT Jim will be discussing this hot topic with co-panelists John Hewa, P.E., Dr. Eng., Roger Kranenburg, Damali Harding, and moderator Jason Rodriguez, so be sure to sign up for the session You can also schedule time to meet with the Enchanted Rock team in the link below. https://lnkd.in/ghC7psBY #datacenterflexibility #cleanenergy #microgrids #generators

Our latest white paper explores the lack of timely access to power for #AI and #datacenters, which is one of the biggest threats to their growth. In her LinkedIn article below, Madison Ruta unpacks the key takeaways from the paper, highlighting how flexible capacity offers a practical, lower-emissions alternative for bridge power, #resiliency, and grid reliability. Give it a read and learn how flexible onsite #powergeneration can meet the surge in power demand while enabling faster deployment for our #digitalinfrastructure. https://bit.ly/4jQsrgv #cleanenergy #datacenterflexibility #microgrids #generators

The RE+ Texas Conference is getting underway tomorrow, bringing together leaders to will explore business prospects, best practices, and education around our #cleanenergy economy. If you’re attending, set aside time to catch Joel Yu's panel session on community #resiliency. 𝗕𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀: 𝗨𝗻𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗣𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗼𝗳 𝗠𝗶𝗰𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗶𝗱𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗠𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗠𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 Tuesday, May 13 | 2:30-3:30 CT The session will dive into the integration of grid-scale and customer-sited resources that can enhance overall grid resilience by enabling localized #powergeneration, support emergency response, and strengthen utility and community coordination. Joel will be sharing the stage with Mac Keller, Joey Romano, Andres Vasquez, and moderator Danielle Murray, so don’t miss this chance to learn about the power of #microgrids from these experts. You can add it to your calendar in the link below: https://bit.ly/3GRfnsQ #DER #sustainability #REPlusTX RE+ Events