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There are over 9,000 backup generators that can supply emergency power to Northern Virginia data centers, some of which run on diesel and emit toxins. The use of these generators became a flashpoint ...

As punishing cold strains electric grids across the U.S., operators are considering ordering data centers to run diesel-powered backup generators, a move that threatens to push prices for distillate ...

Diesel engines have a steadfast reputation for reliability, longevity, and pumping out gobs of grin-inducing, low-end torque. The latter makes diesels preferable over gas engines for hauling, towing, ...

This video shows how a simple generator oil change can solve common starting problems. It explains why old or incorrect oil affects engine performance. A quick maintenance fix that can save time and ...

Virginia’s ever-growing fleet of data centers will take the spotlight when the General Assembly reconvenes this week. Along with bills addressing issues like energy use and siting, legislators will ...

Data center operators are deploying aircraft-based turbines and diesel generators to bypass seven-year grid connection delays. GE Vernova’s aircraft-derived turbine orders jumped 33% in 2025 as ...

AI’s demand for data centers relies on diesel generators because outdated permitting and reliability rules make cleaner backup power too slow to deploy. Artificial Intelligence (AI) may be the most ...

Energy Secretary Chris Wright says 35 GW of idle diesel capacity already sits behind the fence at data centers, retail chains, and industrial campuses—roughly the output of 35 nuclear reactors that ...

Allowing data centers to get through the permitting process quicker if they’re energy and water efficient and located in areas with abundant clean power and water is one way to manage data center ...

The U.S. is seeking to access the network of large industrial diesel generators used at data centers and big retail stores to help curb rising electricity costs and support the surge in power demand ...

The US is looking to tap the nation’s network of large industrial diesel generators used at data centers, big box stores and elsewhere to help curb rising electricity costs and support the surge in ...