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Last update: 2 hours agoPower Crunch Watch: Reno just became the first Nevada city to pause new data center approvals, after a packed vote that reflects mounting fears about power, water, and grid strain—while NV Energy’s refusal to extend Liberty Utilities’ supply deal leaves about 49,000 Lake Tahoe-area customers facing a potential power shift next year. Nuclear Pitch: The debate is now pushing “behind-the-meter” nuclear options, with a U.S. NRC commissioner saying small reactors could be dedicated to specific data centers. Local Politics: Washoe County voters largely won’t get a say in the next district attorney because of Nevada’s closed primary system—setting up a Republican primary winner to be the only name on the November ballot. Tech & Energy Markets: Google-backed geothermal startup Fervo surged past a $10B valuation after its IPO, betting AI demand will keep driving the need for steady power. Opioid Settlement: Nevada is set to receive $27M from the Purdue Pharma opioid settlement as states finalize the long-running cleanup. Las Vegas Entertainment: Netflix is expanding its Las Vegas casino drama “The Roman,” adding major cast as Sphere’s Abu Dhabi twin prepares to open by 2029.
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