‘Meaningless’ theater? As tech giants pledge ratepayer protections in D.C., others question real-world impact While the tech companies pledge to cover data center energy costs, some industry veterans say they’re solving a problem that doesn’t exist. Read More
Microsoft responds to AI data center revolt, vowing to cover full power costs and reject local tax breaks The tech giant’s new “community first” initiative includes pledges to pay full power costs, reject local tax breaks, and replenish more water than it uses — a response to growing backlash against AI infrastructure expansion. Read More
This energy startup wants to make utility data more accessible — and spur creation of new companies Seattle startup Bayou Energy has raised a $1.2 million pre-seed round. The company has developed technology that pulls customer data… Read More
Seattle City Light unveils strategy to handle expected surge in electric vehicles Electric vehicles are poised to reach a tipping point in 2019 as battery prices dip to $150/kWh and Seattle is… Read More
Seattle rolls out electric garbage trucks in pioneering transition away from fossil fuels Seattle is transitioning its fleet of waste management vehicles away from fossil fuels, starting with the nation’s first full-sized, 100… Read More
