In short : The renewable energy industry is calling for targeted incentives in the FY27 Budget to boost research and development and improve access to affordable green finance. Industry stakeholders believe enhanced fiscal support can accelerate innovation, lower technology costs, strengthen domestic manufacturing, and enable faster deployment of clean energy solutions critical to long-term energy […]
AI Data Center Boom Pushes Aging and Inefficient Power Plants Back into Operation – EQ
In Short : The rapid expansion of AI-driven data centers is triggering a sharp rise in electricity demand, forcing utilities to restart decade-old and inefficient power plants. While these facilities help meet short-term power needs, their return raises concerns over higher emissions, grid stress, and setbacks to clean energy transition goals amid surging digital infrastructure […]