I am an energy and manufacturing reporter on the business desk for the San Antonio Express-News.

My work covers the unprecedented surge in energy demand — how utilities respond, innovative and sustainable solutions, and the impacts on ratepayers and rural communities.

The city-owned utility is staring down an unprecedented explosion in demand fueled by AI and other large load customers that could quadruple its resource needs.
Hill Country locals warn the massive line cutting west from San Antonio could scar the countryside’s fragile rivers and hills forever.
The U.S. is 'behind on refining critical metals. This San Antonio-Austin business wants to change that, using a cheaper, safer and greener method.
This Texas firm is using AI to increase grid capacity up to 30%. Here's how.
Global manufacturer JCB says San Antonio factory an investment in the U.S.
Kerrville's first power plant's price tag could spike $28M due to tariffs.

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