The U.S. Department of Energy will invest nearly $2 billion across 31 projects in 26 states to modernize the aging power grid.
This initiative aims to prevent blackouts as energy demand surges from rapid AI and data center growth.
Funding supports deploying sensors and advanced software to optimize power flow and relieve congestion.
These upgrades are expected to generate over 23 gigawatts of additional electricity capacity.
The project could enhance grid reliability for approximately 100 million Americans.
The investment addresses urgent needs from new manufacturing facilities and data center proliferation.