As AI drives energy demand, PJM eyes hundreds of new power projects, including a potential first-ever nuclear fusion plant
PJM expects electricity demand to increase rapidly between 2024 and 2030, driven largely by data centers being built to handle AI. PJM has received 811 new power generation project applications, including a potential first-ever nuclear fusion plant.
PJM, a regional grid operator, expects electricity demand to surge between 2024 and 2030 due to data centers powering artificial intelligence. The organization has received 811 new power generation project applications, including nuclear fusion, battery storage, natural gas, solar, and wind projects. PJM is using a Google AI tool, HyperQ, to vet and study the applications. The new process prioritizes projects that are ready to move forward quickly. PJM coordinates wholesale electricity throughout 13 states and the District of Columbia, serving 65 million people. The grid operator paused processing applications in 2022 to address a backlog and implement reforms.
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