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Spotlight: Nazir Magsi
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Name and Title: Nazir, Co-Founder of Seismoenergy (SAFER)
Topics of Focus: Seismic energy; Project Management
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Top Content This Month
AI & Energy by Rafael Herzberg
Discover how the rise of artificial intelligence is transforming energy demands and why some countries are falling behind in preparing for this major shift.
“Artificial intelligence and energy. In developed countries, artificial intelligence is demanding a huge leap in the supply of electrical energy. Data centers, which currently consume around 3% of the American energy, tend to reach 10% by 2030.”
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Shedding Light on Energy Efficiency: LED Lighting in the Data Center Construction
Explore why LED lighting is a game-changer for data centers, enhancing energy efficiency, cost savings, and sustainability in an increasingly tech-driven world.
“Data centers are key facilities in this technology-driven world. As more users get on the internet, it’s imperative to manage the sector’s energy consumption. Electric utilities like lighting are a good way to start, as they are necessary in almost every building. Plus, energy-efficient options like LED lighting make the switch straightforward and simple.”
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Texas electricity demand could nearly double in six years by John Hubbard
Learn how Texas is preparing for a dramatic rise in electricity demand, driven by the growth of data centers, oil and gas electrification, and population increases, as ERCOT predicts power needs to nearly double by 2030.
“The new estimates raise crucial questions, such as whether large power users that can ramp up and down need greater state oversight, the committee’s chair, state Sen. Charles Schwertner, R-Georgetown said”
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Recent Q&A in the Community
Q: When designing an email campaign to promote EE to customers, what are your best practices, your ‘do’s and your ‘don’t’s?
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Q: What notable AI models are known for optimizing home energy usage? Additionally, which models are currently being trained or have already been implemented in this field?
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