Director of Energy Markets @Microsoft | Previously @Google @EnelGreenPower | #EnergyNerd | Views My Own
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Jeff Riles, Jr. retweeted
While there’s no shortage of important longer-term policy reform needs to address rising electricity costs, there are several policies states can implement now to drive cost savings more quickly. Here are 4 ideas that Lori Bird and I outlined in a new @UtilityDive piece:
Jeff Riles, Jr. retweeted
.@Microsoft today unveiled a new AI infrastructure "plan" (really more of a statement of principles) designed to put "community first." A key part of their commitment: to work with utilities to bring new electricity supply to meet their needs (bring your own generation) and pay the full costs (eg via large load tariffs). This is the way.
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Today, @Microsoft announced a “Community-First AI Infrastructure” plan. It’s the most comprehensive effort to address rising concerns about the impact of data centers on electricity costs and local communities I've seen to date. 🧵 1/ blogs.microsoft.com/on-the-i…
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As we continue to expand our AI infrastructure, we’re committed to being a good neighbor in the communities where we build and operate our datacenters.
Today we’re sharing new steps we’ll take to partner with local communities across the U.S. blogs.microsoft.com/on-the-i…
Once a Gamble in the Desert, Electric Grid Batteries Are Everywhere nytimes.com/2025/12/05/busin… via @NYTimes
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WAUKESHA, Wis. - The mayor of Waukesha, a key Republican stronghold, exclusively told FOX6 News he's voting for Democrat Kamala Harris for president.
fox6now.com/news/waukesha-ma…
Jeff Riles, Jr. retweeted
Today, @Breakthrough released our annual State of the Transition report!
And, since there is no transition without transmission we decided it deserved its own spotlight.
We also make our position on load growth clear—it’s good, ENERGY IS PROSPERITY!
Three Mile Island’s Nuclear Plant to Reopen, Help Power Microsoft’s AI Centers wsj.com/business/energy-oil/…
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Jeff Riles, Jr. retweeted
For Bay Area Rapid Transit Board of Directors, District 9, we are proud to endorse pro-equality champion @JoeSangirardi.
Jeff Riles, Jr. retweeted
The thing about Donald Trump hating Taylor Swift is @KamalaHarris wants to build 3 million new homes, lower your taxes, and restore reproductive freedom.
Jeff Riles, Jr. retweeted
A courageous and selfless decision. The President did what he’s done for the last four years - he listened to the American people and put the country’s interests ahead of his own.
The exact opposite of Donald Trump.
Jeff Riles, Jr. retweeted
I’ve been waiting for this day for nearly 20 years: Today, we broke ground on the first-ever Natrium plant in Kemmerer, Wyoming. This next-generation nuclear power plant is a big step towards safe, abundant, zero-carbon energy. gatesnot.es/4ekV2Zd
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BIG NEWS: I’m running for @SFBART! Join our campaign to make BART safe, clean, & reliable!
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Today, I announced $331 million to build a new, robust 285-mile transmission line in the West.
Powered by @POTUS’ Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, this line will bring 2,000+ MW of needed capacity from sources like wind energy from Idaho down to Nevada.
electrek.co/2024/04/25/us-pl…
Jeff Riles, Jr. retweeted
Our department just issued rules to protect people from hidden airline fees and to require airlines to give passengers automatic cash refunds when owed. No more having to fend for yourself and jump through hoops to get your money back—airlines will have to automatically do this.
