United States: Renewables

As interconnection queues swell and approval timelines stretch to five years or more, data center developers are increasingly turning to behind-the-meter generation to secure reliable power. While natural gas offers the fastest path, its carbon footprint clashes with net-zero commitments. Small modular reactors are emerging as a compelling carbon-free alternative. This article examines the current state of SMR deployment for data centers and the key regulatory considerations developers should keep in mind.

Throughout April 2026, U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Secretary Chris Wright testified before four U.S. House of Representatives and U.S.

Access to energy and natural resources shapes international alliances, policymaking, and the global economy. Governments want to deliver reliable, affordable power to their citizens, protect domestic industries, and secure energy sovereignty in a volatile world.

As AI-driven demand strains power grids and causes lengthy delays, data center operators are increasingly turning to behind-the-meter power generation solutions. Industry experts reveal how supply chain constraints and extended lead times are reshaping the approach to on-site power, pushing developers toward customized technology mixes rather than single-source solutions.

A convergence of escalating tariffs, AI-driven power demands, grid reliability crises, and shifting federal incentives has transformed energy from an operational concern into a defining strategic risk for CEOs.

As interest in artificial intelligence (AI) continues to increase, the California legislature has set its sights on the data center and renewable energy projects powering AI development...

In this episode of Greenberg Traurig's E2 Energy Law Podcast Energy Horizon series, host Nikki Wise is joined by colleague Bill Garner, co-chair of the firm's global Energy Practice...

On March 20, 2026, the White House released a National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence, briefly recommending a set of legislative priorities for Congress across seven subject areas to “win[] the AI race.”...

Last week, Sheppard hosted a panel at the Infocast Solar + Wind Finance and Investment Summit in Phoenix, Arizona on the topic “Navigating Distress in the Market.” The panel featured Sheppard partners, Benjamin Huffman (moderator) and Edward H. Tillinghast III (panelist) — co-leaders of the firm’s Energy and Infrastructure Team and Finance and Bankruptcy Practice Group, respectively — who were joined by Rob Sternthal* of Expedition Infrastructure Partners.