Surging demand for electricity in NCW is creating a profound shift that echoes the power of tectonic plate movements. As artificial intelligence accelerates energy needs, regional utilities grapple with infrastructure expansion, sustainability, and the future of public power.

Nvidia delighted Wall Street with blockbuster second-quarter earnings, surpassing both revenue and profit expectations. Yet despite stellar performance in key areas like data centers, the company’s stock slumped amid concerns about shifting Chinese demand and new AI chip competition.