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 Article | 08.18.2026

4 Reasons the Southeast Should Pause the Data Center Gold Rush

SACE is calling for an 18-month moratorium on new large data centers across Tennessee, North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia, and Florida, so the region can proactively set the terms of this...

 Article | 08.20.2026

TVA’s Data Center Rate: Talk is Cheap, Until it isn’t

 Article | 08.20.2026

Data Centers Consume 80-215% More Water When Power Generation Is Included

Data centers use far more water than commonly reported once power generation is included. New analysis shows offsite water consumption for electricity adds 80-215% on top of onsite cooling water use.

 Article | 08.19.2026

Dave Sillman: Clean Energy Generation Goes Geothermal in Georgia

Clean Energy Generation member Dave Sillman is no stranger to saving money with clean energy, but his new home’s underground geothermal heating and cooling system is taking the savings to new...

 Article | 08.17.2026

Will the New OpenAI Data Center Raise Georgia Power Bills?

Could OpenAI's new Savannah data center raise your power bill? The Georgia PSC has until August 26 to weigh in — here's what's at stake for you, and how you can take action.

 Article | 08.14.2026

Where Do We Go From Here, Part 3

Stan Cross, SACE's Electric Transportation Director reaches Newfoundland, and after 3,500 miles in his EV, relishes the natural wonder, explores clean energy solutions, and reflects on challenges...

 Article | 08.13.2026

NC Groups Push Back on AI Leadership Council’s Strategic Plan

SACE signs on in support of North Carolina Data Center Network’s (NCDCN) response letter pointing out major environmental justice concerns associated with the current system for permitting and...

 Article | 08.13.2026

Where the Candidates Stand: Josh Tolbert on Climate & Energy

Find out where Georgia PSC candidate Josh Tolbert stands on clean energy, data centers, and affordable utility bills.

 Article | 08.13.2026

Where the Candidates Stand: Shelia Edwards on Climate & Energy

Find out where Georgia PSC candidate Shelia Edwards stands on clean energy, data centers, and affordable utility bills.

 Article | 08.12.2026

Expanded and Updated Electrify the South Electric Transportation Toolkit Now Available

The Electrify the South Electric Transportation Toolkit for local governments incorporates new resources and emerging best practices for Southeastern municipalities in the annual update.