Power lines that go five times farther, but still need to be laid
A tech solution that promises more distance, but not more imagination.
The story
The article discusses how the rise of data centers is putting pressure on the US power grid, but some experts believe this could drive grid modernization and innovation.
Source: techcrunch.com
Our reading
The article mentions Veir’s superconductive power lines, which can carry power five times further than traditional cables. That’s a lot of distance, but it doesn’t explain why the same power lines can’t just be stretched longer instead of replaced.
It’s possible the grid is being upgraded, but the real innovation might be in the marketing. After all, if you can move more power with less space, you can also charge more for the same amount of copper.
Veir’s lines are five times farther, but they still need to be installed. The grid isn’t getting any smaller, just more efficient—at least in theory.
