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Energy Update | Week 5 – Oct 2025: Nuclear Revival, Offshore Wind Setbacks & AI Grid Innovation

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In this Week 5 – October 2025 Energy Update, I take a look at another eventful week in U.S. energy — one defined by offshore wind setbacks, renewed nuclear ambitions, and AI-driven grid innovation.

I start with Shell’s withdrawal from Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind, which leaves EDF Renewables as the sole developer after a key EPA permit was pulled. I then discuss the Trump administration’s $80 billion nuclear partnership with Brookfield and Westinghouse, signaling a strong policy shift toward new reactor development.

I also cover FERC’s efforts to streamline large-load interconnections, Nvidia and Emerald AI’s new Aurora data center that demonstrates flexible energy use, and WattCarbon’s Repowering California initiative focused on virtual power plants.

To wrap up, I share updates on Ford’s production pause, Corning’s new wafer plant, and Form Energy’s first 100-hour iron-air battery deployment.

It’s a week that highlights both the challenges and the momentum driving America’s evolving energy transition.

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Chapters

1. Shell Quits Atlantic Shores (00:00:00)

2. U.S. Turns To Nuclear Investment (00:00:39)

3. Fast-Tracking Large Load Interconnections (00:02:16)

4. AI Data Centers And Flexible Power (00:03:00)

5. Virtual Power Plants And New Markets (00:03:52)

6. EV, Solar Supply Chain, And Long-Duration Storage (00:04:24)

7. Closing And Look Ahead (00:06:43)

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