https://gridtochip.site/parts/power-generation-and-energy-supply/reciprocating-engines-and-engine-microgrids News and posts about Reciprocating engines & engine microgrids on GridToChip https://www.utilitydive.com/news/ls-power-gas-renewables-transmission-equity-fund/833466 Tue, 20 Oct 2026 14:40:35 GMT LS Power's COO stated that current demand growth is substantial and that the supply side of the power infrastructure, including gas, renewables, and transmission, requires significant time to meet market needs. (Utility Dive) https://www.datacenterdynamics.com/en/videos/dcd-studio-filtering-diesel-generators-for-cleaner-air-with-senna-nijs-multronic Thu, 15 Oct 2026 15:42:29 GMT DCD Studio is focusing on filtering diesel generators to reduce air pollution emissions through work with Senna Nijs. (Data Center Dynamics) https://www.digitimes.com/news/a20261014PD241/data-center-geothermal-solar-demand-expansion.html Thu, 15 Oct 2026 06:36:49 GMT The rapid expansion of AI data centers in the US is causing grid strain and construction delays due to high electricity demands, prompting a shift toward hybrid power sources including solar, natural gas, and geothermal energy. (DigiTimes) https://www.utilitydive.com/news/fossil-generation-pipeline-rebounds-while-new-clean-generation-slows-edf/832978 Wed, 14 Oct 2026 14:55:47 GMT EDF reported a rebound in the fossil fuel generation pipeline while new clean energy generation capacity is slowing. (Utility Dive) https://www.datacenterdynamics.com/en/videos/dcd-studio-avks-billion-dollar-investment-into-energy-solutions-with-ben-pritchard-avk Mon, 12 Oct 2026 16:32:29 GMT AVK announced a $1 billion investment to develop innovative energy solutions for data centers, including microgrids and power infrastructure. (Data Center Dynamics) https://www.datacenterdynamics.com/en/news/number-of-data-center-fires-and-power-failures-has-doubled-since-2024 Mon, 12 Oct 2026 10:14:22 GMT Data from the Energy Incident Register shows a significant increase in fire and power failure incidents related to power infrastructure since 2024. (Data Center Dynamics) https://www.datacenterdynamics.com/en/opinions/why-do-liquid-cooled-ai-data-centers-require-different-backup-power-strategy Sat, 10 Oct 2026 15:00:00 GMT The article discusses how the high power density and rapid load fluctuations of liquid-cooled AI data centers necessitate specialized backup power strategies and hardware. (Data Center Dynamics) https://www.datacenterdynamics.com/en/product-news/w%C3%A4rtsil%C3%A4-schneider-electric-and-stanley-consultants-launch-coordinated-approach-for-faster-us-data-center-power-delivery Sat, 10 Oct 2026 07:00:00 GMT Wärtsilä, Schneider Electric, and Stanley Consultants have launched a collaborative model to streamline data center power infrastructure delivery by integrating onsite generation and electrical engineering services. (Data Center Dynamics) https://www.eetimes.com/breaking-the-ai-infrastructure-power-wall-from-grid-to-xpu Thu, 08 Oct 2026 12:36:33 GMT The report discusses the critical infrastructure requirements for AI hardware, specifically focusing on the electrical grid, power transformers, and the shift toward high-voltage DC architectures and onsite power generation. (EE Times) https://www.utilitydive.com/news/microgrid-pnm-epri-data-center/831153 Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:33:19 GMT EPRI encourages utilities to fully utilize microgrid resources for continuous power delivery, not just for emergency situations. (Utility Dive) https://www.utilitydive.com/news/microgrid-pnm-epri-data-center/831153 Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:33:19 GMT The speaker urges utilities to utilize microgrids for routine power operations, not just emergencies. (Utility Dive) https://www.digitimes.com/news/a20260921PD201/cooling-hardware-wiwynn-taiwan-infrastructure.html Mon, 21 Sep 2026 03:04:23 GMT AI infrastructure demands are reshaping global hardware design, forcing focus on power, cooling, and high-speed interconnect solutions. (DigiTimes) https://www.datacenterdynamics.com/en/videos/dcd-talks-what-800-vdc-means-for-data-center-cooling-with-mike-donahue-schneider-electric-global Fri, 18 Sep 2026 09:41:46 GMT Schneider Electric discussed how moving to 800 VDC architecture impacts data center cooling and overall operational considerations. (Data Center Dynamics) https://www.digitimes.com/news/a20260915PD232/taiwan-electricity-digitimes-demand-renewable-energy.html Wed, 16 Sep 2026 00:37:05 GMT Discussions at SEMICON Taiwan highlighted concerns regarding Taiwan's ability to supply sufficient power for its ongoing AI-driven semiconductor expansion and the reliance on renewable energy sources. (DigiTimes) https://www.datacenterdynamics.com/en/opinions/from-grid-constraint-to-grid-asset-rethinking-the-path-to-data-center-power Sun, 13 Sep 2026 11:00:30 GMT The article discusses repositioning data center power assets from mere loads to generating solutions to address grid constraints. (Data Center Dynamics) https://www.digitimes.com/news/a20260910PD202/exports-taiwan-electronics-2025-ai-server.html Sun, 13 Sep 2026 00:23:08 GMT Taiwan reported that electronic parts exports reached a record high of $32.22 billion in August 2026, with integrated circuits and printed circuit boards seeing significant growth. (DigiTimes) https://www.digitimes.com/news/a20260911PD231/taiwan-france-europe-president-demand.html Sat, 12 Sep 2026 01:13:31 GMT Taiwanese companies are exploring energy and power infrastructure upgrades in France through trade delegations focused on grid security and energy resilience. (DigiTimes) https://www.utilitydive.com/news/appeals-court-vacates-doe-emergency-order-michigan-power-plant/830189 Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:41:56 GMT A federal court ruled that the Department of Energy's use of 'emergency' powers to delay the retirement of coal plants was an overstep of statutory authority and threatens energy market stability. (Utility Dive) https://www.utilitydive.com/news/unplanned-power-plant-outages-winter-weather-ferc-nerc/830141 Fri, 11 Sep 2026 12:48:14 GMT A report indicated that better preparedness and regional power sharing helped prevent planned blackouts during severe winter weather in early 2026. (Utility Dive) https://www.datacenterdynamics.com/en/videos/dcd-talks-powering-us-data-center-growth-beyond-the-traditional-grid-with-david-bosco-propwr Fri, 11 Sep 2026 09:39:32 GMT US data centers are increasingly looking towards behind-the-meter power sources due to escalating grid constraints. (Data Center Dynamics) https://www.datacenterdynamics.com/en/opinions/the-electrical-power-problem-that-will-decide-the-ai-race Sun, 06 Sep 2026 10:00:35 GMT The massive power demands of AI are comparable to the energy needs of entire nations, impacting data center operations and expansion plans. (Data Center Dynamics) https://www.digitimes.com/news/a20260903VL219/south-korea-technology-budget-infrastructure-2027.html Fri, 04 Sep 2026 07:16:16 GMT South Korea plans to utilize a semiconductor tax revenue to invest heavily in chips, AI infrastructure, robotics, and the necessary power and cooling systems. (DigiTimes) https://www.utilitydive.com/news/different-forecasts-dont-mean-higher-bills-they-mean-responsible-planning/829035 Thu, 03 Sep 2026 15:51:26 GMT National Grid New York is advancing gas-electric planning through coordinated non-pipeline efforts. (Utility Dive) https://www.datacenterdynamics.com/en/news/vertiv-acquires-microgrid-company-utilityinnovation Thu, 03 Sep 2026 08:49:07 GMT Vertiv acquired UtilityInnovation, a move positioning the company higher up in the data center's power infrastructure supply chain. (Data Center Dynamics) https://www.tomshardware.com/tech-industry/data-centers/microsoft-backed-ai-data-center-faces-multiple-complaints-from-community-issues-range-from-unpermitted-gas-turbines-to-illegal-construction-and-noise-pollution Sat, 29 Aug 2026 11:00:00 GMT The community is protesting a Microsoft-backed data center project due to concerns over unpermitted gas turbines and other construction issues. (Tom's Hardware)