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….

Diesel generators, power lines, data center.

Diesel Generators: Why Minnesota Rejected Amazon’s Plan for 250

Amazon’s plan to put 250 diesel generators at its new Minnesota data center just hit a big snag. State regulators aren’t going along with the company’s request to skip the usual permit process. This means Amazon has to jump through more hoops, which could slow things down a lot for their big project. It’s all…

Diesel generators powering structures.

Diesel Generator Market Growth: $23.4 Billion Valuation

The global diesel generator market is set to see significant growth in the coming years. A new forecast from MarketsandMarkets™ projects the diesel generator industry will reach $23.4 billion by 2029, up from $17.9 billion in 2024. This marks a steady rise with a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.4%. The increasing demand for…

A portable generator running outdoors.

Generator Setup: Be Ready for Anything and Master It Now

When the power goes out, it’s never fun. Maybe it’s a big storm, or just some random problem with the grid. Whatever the reason, suddenly you’re in the dark, and things can get pretty stressful. That’s where a portable generator comes in. It’s like having your own little power station ready to go. But having…