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Reuters
27-05-2025
- Business
- Reuters
Biggest California utility sees more than 40% jump in data center interest, executive says
May 27 (Reuters) - PG&E (PCG.N), opens new tab, California's largest electric utility, has seen a jump of more than 40% this year in requests for power supplies from data center developers across the northern part of the state, an executive with the company told Reuters on Tuesday. California's Silicon Valley is one of the world's largest and oldest data center markets, but analysts have widely said that pricey land and costly electricity will limit the state's ability to capitalize on the current wave of demand for artificial intelligence data centers, which is concentrated in the middle of the country. PG&E, however, said it is seeing signs that the state still has room to run. Last month, PG&E, which delivers power and natural gas to about 16 million people in northern and central California, including Silicon Valley, launched a process for data center developers interested in connecting to the utility's system. The so-called cluster study yielded 4.1 gigawatts of interest, on top of the 8.7 gigawatts announced during the company's most recent earnings call in late April, said Mike Medeiros, PG&E's vice president of South Bay Delivery. Not only did the pipeline of prospective data centers being built within PG&E grow, but the size of the projects has also jumped since the previous year's cluster study, Medeiros said. Last year, the typical data center wanting to power up through PG&E had 50 to 100 megawatts in capacity. Current proposals are for projects of 500 megawatts to as much as 1,000 megawatts. "We're seeing quite a change in what customers are looking for, and some of that might be based on land availability or just scale and the efficiencies of building bigger," Medeiros said. Unlike earlier data centers, those for AI are used primarily for training the large language models, like ChatGPT, and can be further away from city centers. While California's older data centers are in Silicon Valley in the western part of the state, many of the new proposed developments are inland, including in Contra Costa County and the Fresno area. Not all of the data centers making inquiries are expected to ultimately connect to PG&E. Some of the top challenges in data center expansion for the utility include meeting the tight timelines by developers and operators and backlogs in the equipment needed to build out the grid.
Yahoo
17-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
TESCO Recognized as Pilot Partner in NEMA's 'Make It American' Program, Reinforcing Commitment to U.S. Manufacturing and BABA Compliance
TESCO Metering is proud to announce its recognition as one of the first manufacturers to achieve certification in the National Electrical Manufacturers Association's (NEMA's) new Make It American program. As a pilot partner in the program, TESCO is helping set the benchmark for domestic manufacturing compliance under the Build America, Buy America Act (BABA)—reinforcing its longstanding role as the trusted metering solutions provider to the electric utility industry. TESCO received both Supply Chain Process Certification and Product Certification, validating its ability to meet stringent domestic content requirements through a third-party audit. These designations underscore TESCO's vertically integrated manufacturing model, where design, engineering, machining, and manufacturing take place in the United States. NEMA's Make It American certification program helps the market identify products and manufacturing facilities that have implemented best-in-class processes to meet BABA domestic content requirements. The Make It American certification enables companies to demonstrate that their processes and supply chain management systems have undergone rigorous, third-party expert audits—providing greater certainty and confidence to manufacturers, government agencies, and procurement officials looking to source materials with enhanced levels of U.S.-manufactured content. [caption id="attachment_234119" align="aligncenter" width="650"] Made in the USA: All core metering products are manufactured at TESCO's Bristol, PA facility. Courtesy: TESCO[/caption] Companies can certify their facilities to NEMA's Make It American Process Standard, and additional product specifications which are currently available for low-voltage power distribution equipment (LVDE) and wire and cable, with more specifications coming for other product lines in the coming months. Companies that successfully complete the certification audit are granted marks to showcase their rigorous supply chain processes, commitment to transparency, and enhanced domestic manufacturing footprint. 'For over a century, TESCO has engineered and built the products that keep our power grid accurate and reliable,' said Tom Lawton, president and CEO of TESCO. 'We're proud to be a pilot partner in the Make It American program and a leader in supporting BABA initiatives—ensuring our utility customers receive not only the best testing equipment, but one that's manufactured right here at home.' 'The U.S. electroindustry is the backbone of our nation's energy system, with over $185 billion invested in domestic electrical component manufacturing since 2018,' said Debra Phillips, president and CEO of NEMA. 'TESCO Metering's leadership as one of the first companies to achieve certification through NEMA's Make It American Program demonstrates their strong commitment to U.S. manufacturing, the creation of high-quality American jobs, and the enhancement of our nation's critical energy infrastructure. Their example sets a powerful precedent for the industry.' TESCO's commitment to domestic manufacturing extends beyond metering equipment. Through its Dial Machine Division, TESCO also offers contract manufacturing services to other original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) and technology companies seeking to reshore production to the U.S. With full in-house computer numerical control (CNC) machining, design-for-manufacturing support, and small-to-mid volume production capabilities, TESCO is positioned to support a wide range of mission-critical components. Key highlights of TESCO's U.S. manufacturing capabilities: Made in the USA. All core metering products are manufactured at TESCO's Bristol, PA facility. Vertically Integrated. From precision machining to final assembly, TESCO controls the full product lifecycle. Certified Quality. ISO 9001 and ISO 17025 certifications ensure consistency, traceability, and lab-grade accuracy. Customer-Specific Solutions. TESCO's engineering team develops and builds custom testing systems no other supplier can match. Reshoring Support. With expanded capacity in its Dial Machine Division, TESCO partners with companies pursuing BABA-aligned U.S. production strategies. As infrastructure modernization efforts accelerate, TESCO is uniquely positioned to support utilities, manufacturers, and public agencies in meeting federal domestic content standards with confidence. For inquiries regarding our manufacturing services, please visit our Contact Us page or download the TESCO Contract Manufacturing Data Sheet About TESCO TESCO, The Eastern Specialty Company, has been the trusted source for electric meter testing instruments and accessories since 1904. With a focus on reliability, engineering excellence, and customer-specific solutions, TESCO supports utilities worldwide through field, lab, and advanced metering infrastructure (AMI) testing systems—all proudly made in the USA. TESCO's vertically integrated manufacturing processes ensure superior quality control and the ability to develop custom solutions tailored to the unique needs of the electric utility industry. As an American manufacturer, TESCO not only delivers cutting edge products but also supplies contract OEM manufacturers, leveraging its advanced engineering and manufacturing capabilities to support diverse U.S.-based manufacturing operations.
