Silverline's Latest SEI²™ Report Maps the National Media Convergence of Energy and AI Infrastructure that will Drive Communications Strategy in 2026

Written By Team Silverline

Concurrent with the Report Release, Agency Expands Footprint with Strategic Texas Expansion

ARLINGTON, Va., April 15, 2026 — Silverline, a strategic communications firm specializing in energy and infrastructure, has released the latest edition of its Silverline Energy Insights Index™ (SEI²™). The new report, Powering AI: Bring Your Own Generation, analyzes nearly 650,000 articles published in 2025 and identifies media trends in AI infrastructure growth and load demand. The report delivers actionable intelligence for strategic communicators and executive teams on how best to plan and position organizations in 2026.

Powering AI localizes storylines, highlights energy tech, and tracks coverage trends in key data center investment markets. Decision makers and communicators will want to be aware of the following insights:

  • The Story is Local. Among the report’s most striking findings is where the story is being told. This coverage is driving national media trends and conversations on permitting, interconnection queues, land use, and sustainability, but the decisions and most important stories are happening at the local level.

  • The Race to Power Data Centers is ON. The report tracks coverage of six key energy technologies in data center reporting. Solar dominates, reflecting its maturity and flexibility, while nuclear closely follows, driven by power deals and momentum for small modular reactors (SMRs). Battery energy storage (BESS) ranks fourth, with hydrogen and geothermal still underrepresented despite their strategic potential.

  • States are Moving Quickly to Win. From 2024 to 2025, the states leading the conversation have changed drastically. Utah posts the highest year-over-year growth in data center coverage, followed by Illinois. News from these states is now outpacing that of data center leaders like Virginia and Texas, where the conversation has shifted to policy, community engagement, and accountability. 

Powering AI: Bring Your Own Generation is available now – click HERE to receive a copy.  

Silverline also develops custom SEI² reports for organizations seeking a tailored intelligence view of their own media landscape. To request a custom report, contact our team at workwithus@teamsilverline.com

Team Silverline

Silverline is the leading public relations agency for the global energy transition. Our team has been recognized for its innovative approach to PR, bold storytelling, and eye-catching design, earning industry awards for excellence in innovation, impactful campaigns, and standout creative work. As a specialized agency, Silverline takes pride in amplifying the voices of energy innovators and leaders who are shaping the future.

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