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Trump Administration Proposes Faster Grid Connections for AI Data Centers

The Trump administration is moving to accelerate grid connections for data centers and other large electricity consumers. Energy Secretary Chris Wright has directed federal regulators to streamline the approval process, citing urgent needs for AI innovation and domestic manufacturing. The proposed rule changes could cut review times to just 60 days for major energy users.

The Trump administration is pushing to dramatically speed up how quickly data centers and other major electricity consumers can connect to the nation’s power grid, according to a Friday announcement from the Department of Energy. This regulatory shift comes as the artificial intelligence boom drives unprecedented demand for computing power—and the energy required to fuel it.

Streamlining the Connection Process

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Major 720 MW Karoo Wind Farm Advances With 100-km Private Grid Connection

A massive 720 MW wind farm in the Karoo region is moving toward construction with a self-built 100-km transmission line. The project, developed by Anthem and Red Cap, is slated to become South Africa’s largest wind facility upon completion in late 2028.

Major Renewable Energy Project Advances

South Africa’s energy landscape is set for a significant transformation as what sources indicate will be the country’s largest wind farm progresses toward construction. According to reports, the 720 MW Nuweveld Wind Farm in the Upper Karoo region is advancing through development phases with construction anticipated to begin by mid-2026.