Generator in a data center

Baudouin’s Innovative Generators Revamp Data Centre Power

Keeping data centers running smoothly is a big deal these days, especially with all the cloud stuff, AI, and huge amounts of data flying around. Baudouin is stepping up to the plate with some serious innovation in power generation. They’re showing off their new 20M55 generator, which is supposed to be a game-changer for keeping…

Diesel generator powering modern buildings during outage.

Diesel Generator Market Dynamics: Backup Power in a Changing Grid

So, everyone’s talking about how our power grid is changing, right? Like, we’re seeing more blackouts, and everything needs to be online all the time. This whole situation makes backup power super important. And guess what? Diesel generators are still a big deal in this market. They’re not just some old tech; they’re actually changing…

Diesel generators power data center campus.

Maryland proposes bill to allow diesel generators at large data center campuses

Maryland is making big moves to attract more data centers. The state recently put forward a new piece of legislation that would make it easier for these big campuses to use diesel generators for backup power. This comes after some data center plans hit a wall because of old rules about these generators. Basically, Governor…

Diesel generators in green field

TAMS III funding for diesel generators in upcoming ‘mini tranche’

Good news for farmers! The government just announced a new round of TAMS III funding, and this time, diesel generators are a big focus. This special ‘mini tranche’ is all about helping out with power issues, especially after those nasty storms that left so many without electricity. It’s a quick application window, so if you’re…

Gondola cabins ascend mountain with hydroelectric facility.

Hydro Power: Sea to Sky Gondola Drops Diesel Generators for Clean Energy

The Sea to Sky Gondola decided to make a big change. They used to run on diesel generators, which made noise and put stuff into the air. Now, they’re switching to hydro power. This is a pretty cool move, showing that even big tourist spots can go green. It’s a real step forward for them…

Power lines against a cloudy sky

Generators and CenterPoint’s Proposal: Will Ratepayers Be Made Whole for Unused Units?

So, CenterPoint has this big proposal out there, and folks are wondering if it actually helps customers who got stuck paying for generators that didn’t even work when we really needed them. We’re talking about a lot of money tied up in these things. This article looks into what CenterPoint is suggesting, why these generators…

Diesel generators at a data center.

Microsoft obtains approval to install 128 diesel generators across data center portfolio in Cheyenne, Wyoming

Microsoft is making big moves in Cheyenne, Wyoming, with plans to set up a bunch of new data centers. To keep things running smoothly, even when the power goes out, they’re getting permission to install 128 diesel generators. This whole thing involves working with state regulators and dealing with community concerns, but it also shows…

Mobile microgrid powering outdoor event

Replacing “Stinky Diesel Generators” with Mobile Microgrids for Concerts, Live Events, Festivals and Firefighting

Big events like concerts and festivals, and even emergency situations like fighting wildfires, often need a lot of temporary power. For a long time, that meant bringing in loud, smelly diesel generators. But these old-school generators cause all sorts of problems, from air pollution to annoying noise. Luckily, there’s a better way to do things…

A home generator running during a power outage.

The Best Home Generators I Tested Kept My Lights on Through All Kinds of Bad Weather

Living somewhere with crazy weather means you really need a good plan for when the power goes out. Sometimes, you just need to keep the fridge running for a bit during a blackout. But a big portable generator, or even a standby one that’s always hooked up, can keep your whole house going for days….