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U.S. States Hustle to Fast-Track Construction of Power Plants Amid Soaring Demand Driven by AI Advances and Tech Growth

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HARRISBURG, Pa. — As the demand for electricity surges across the United States, states are scrambling to expedite the construction of power plants, driven by the need to support booming technology sectors and the expansion of artificial intelligence capabilities. This push to enhance energy infrastructure comes as decision-makers express concerns over escalating utility bills, potential power shortages, and the need to stay competitive in a rapidly evolving economic landscape. The increasing consumption of electricity is notably fueled by the tech industry, which requires significant energy to operate large data centers. Moreover, revitalized manufacturing efforts bolstered … Read more

Rain or River? Georgia Solar Plant’s $13 Million Insurance Dispute Heads to Trial

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MACON, Ga. — In the tranquil fields of Twiggs County, a legal storm brews as First Solar Electric faces off against Zurich American Insurance over the interpretation of a policy that could affect a $13 million claim. The solar company’s sprawling 2,000-acre farm project fell victim to several severe rainstorms between 2019 and 2020, leading to considerable destruction that the company believed was covered under their insurance plan. First Solar asserts that the damage, which includes the deterioration of onsite roads and prior construction, was the result of “torrential” rain. They approached Zurich in 2020 … Read more

Massive Lawsuit Unveils Charleston Chemical Plant’s Alleged Intentional Exposure of Workers to Dangerous Mercury Levels

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Charleston, Tennessee – A chemical plant in Charleston, Tennessee is facing a lawsuit alleging that it knowingly exposed more than a hundred workers and their family members to hazardous levels of mercury. The lawsuit, described as a ‘mass tort’, was filed this week by over 150 plaintiffs, with the expectation that the number will surpass 200. The plant in question is operated by Olin Chlor-Alkali. The lawsuit claims that the company’s Charleston site used the mercury cell method, which involved the recirculation of elemental mercury. According to the lawsuit, this process potentially exposed employees and … Read more