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Energy-hungry AI data centers spur new power transformer technology
News ClipArs Technica·Lenox, Berkshire County, MA

Energy-hungry AI data centers spur new power transformer technology

The growing electricity demand from AI data centers is straining US power grids, accelerating investment in solid-state power transformers. This technology offers a more efficient and compact alternative to traditional transformers, crucial for converting AC to DC power for modern data centers. A demonstration of this technology is underway in Lenox, Massachusetts, with the potential to ease transformer supply chain shortages nationwide.

8/24/2026
Heron Power plans $100 million factory for advanced electric grid equipment
News ClipSRN News·San Jose, Santa Clara County, CA

Heron Power plans $100 million factory for advanced electric grid equipment

Heron Power, a startup founded by a former Tesla executive, plans to invest $100 million in a new factory in California, south of San Jose. The facility will produce advanced transformers and power conversion systems for the U.S. electric grid, aiming to address critical component shortages. These systems are designed to support large-scale energy and data center projects.

8/13/2026