Nvidia Adds Major South San Jose Footprint for Advanced Tech Operations

Sources familiar with the deal report that Nvidia has secured a lease on the 302,800-square-foot industrial building at 5853 Rue Ferrari in the Santa Teresa district. City filings from earlier this year outline plans for research and laboratory spaces, work labs, an office area complete with a conference room, and at least one computer lab equipped with server racks. The facility is designed to draw 49 megawatts of power, with earlier proposals also exploring on-site electricity generation.

Prologis, which took ownership of the 17-acre site through its acquisition of Duke Realty, has already begun tenant improvements. The building shell stands complete, and recent on-site observations show active construction both inside the structure and on adjacent grounds. CBRE continues to handle marketing for the property, which offers high clear heights, substantial dock capacity, and power infrastructure expandable well beyond the initial tenant requirements.

This move aligns with Nvidia’s pattern of assembling additional land near its Santa Clara headquarters to support ongoing growth. The Santa Teresa location sits roughly a mile from PG&E’s recently upgraded substation on Santa Teresa Boulevard, where capacity has already doubled to 80 megawatts with further expansion planned over the next three years. That infrastructure work, originally driven by data center demand, now positions the broader area to accommodate the power needs of advanced technology operations.

Such investments underscore the continued pull of South San Jose for companies that require both space and reliable energy to push computing and artificial intelligence capabilities forward. The combination of available industrial stock, highway access, and expanding utility capacity keeps the southern edge of the city firmly in the conversation as Silicon Valley’s physical footprint evolves.

Source: The Mercury News

Summer Bill Relief Arrives for PG&E Customers in San Jose

I bet you weren't expecting a 2nd PG&E story in the same day. This is one you'll want to read if they are your utility provider.

Residential PG&E customers across San Jose and the wider service area will see two California Climate Credits appear on their upcoming electric bills. Each credit totals $36.18, applied automatically to the August and September statements for a combined $72.36 in relief during the highest-usage months of the year.

The timing change came after the California Legislature and Public Utilities Commission moved the electric credits to summer, when cooling demand typically drives higher bills. Eligible small-business accounts already received their first credit in April and will see the second in October. Since the program began in 2014, PG&E households have collected nearly $1,200 in cumulative Climate Credits.

These funds come from the state’s Cap-and-Invest Program and represent the public’s share of proceeds from efforts to reduce carbon emissions. For many local households the extra credit arrives just as air-conditioning use climbs, helping offset seasonal spikes without any action required on the customer’s part.

PG&E has also lowered residential electric rates five times since early 2024. Combined with the summer credits, typical monthly bills now sit roughly $25 lower than two years earlier for standard customers and about $30 lower for those on the CARE discount. Additional tools such as rate-plan comparisons, home energy checkups, and efficiency financing remain available for anyone looking to stretch the savings further.

PG&E Brings Hands-On Electrification Hub to Downtown San Jose

Pacific Gas and Electric will soon open a public electrification demonstration center right in the heart of Downtown San Jose. The utility plans to convert 8,445 square feet of ground-floor space at 160 West Santa Clara Street into a hands-on learning space that opens this fall. Residents, businesses and students will finally get a clear look at the tools that make the shift to cleaner energy simpler and more practical.

Inside the new hub, visitors can explore working exhibits of smart home controls, advanced EV charging concepts, smart electrical panels, heat pump water heaters and induction cooktops. Classroom and training areas will host community groups, local schools, apprenticeship programs and workforce organizations. The goal is straightforward: show people exactly how these technologies work in real homes and buildings so more San Joseans feel ready to make the switch.

This center deepens an already active partnership between PG&E and the City of San José. Both sides have spent recent years building stronger collaboration around reliable power delivery, especially as the city positions itself as a major destination for data center investment and broader economic growth. Locating the facility just a few blocks from City Hall puts the utility in a highly visible spot at a time when Downtown office space continues to seek new, productive uses.

The timing feels right for a city that wants residents and businesses to move confidently toward electrification. By placing working examples of heat pumps, induction ranges and smart systems in an easy-to-reach Downtown location, PG&E creates a practical resource that supports both individual households and the larger clean-energy goals of San José. When the doors open this fall, anyone curious about the next step in home or business energy upgrades will have a place to see the future in action.

Source: SVBJ

Prologis Advances Major Data Center Plans in South San Jose

The company Prologis has set its sights on 5977 Silver Creek Valley Road for a substantial data center project. The vacant site in South San Jose offers strong access to utilities and a skilled local workforce ready for such developments.

Plans call for a multi-level building exceeding 500,000 square feet in total interior space. At least 30,000 square feet would serve as office space while the remainder houses the servers and equipment essential for data processing and storage.

The facility would draw up to 99 megawatts of power. Developers intend to build an on-site substation near the existing PG&E one just three miles away, plus backup generation systems. Water needs would match those of roughly 40 households, with commitments to limit effects on nearby areas.

Early designs show a functional, blocky three-story structure in grey and white tones. Landscaping and facade details aim to soften the overall appearance despite the emphasis on practicality. Construction could wrap up within about two years if approvals come through.

This project underscores San Jose's ongoing appeal to major tech investors. It promises to expand the region's capacity for advanced computing while creating opportunities in construction and operations.

Source: SF YIMBY

San Jose's Energy Surge: Doubling Power Capacity for Data Center Boom

San Jose is preparing to double its current power usage with two gigawatts of new capacity arriving over the next five years. This expansion targets areas ripe for development, including greenfield sites and empty warehouses ready for transformation. PG&E is committing $2.4 billion to upgrade infrastructure, ensuring reliable energy delivery that supports rapid growth in the tech sector.

Data centers emerge as a key focus, with city leaders highlighting their potential to benefit everyone. These facilities could generate utility tax revenue to fund essential services like police, fire departments, and libraries. At the same time, the added load from data centers might reduce residential utility rates by spreading infrastructure costs across a broader base, preventing hikes for existing customers.

To streamline progress, San Jose has formed a dedicated data center development team. This group guides developers through city processes, accelerating projects across the city's 180 square miles of available land. The initiative invites investment, positioning San Jose as a competitive alternative in Silicon Valley despite past challenges like high costs and power limits.

As neighboring areas like Santa Clara also enhance their capacities, the region as a whole strengthens. For residents and businesses, these developments promise jobs, economic vitality, and a forward-looking city embracing the demands of advanced technology.

Source: SVBJ

PG&E Upgrades to Boost Downtown Development

PG&E is rolling out major upgrades to two vital substations in Downtown San Jose: Substation A near Diridon Station and Substation B on Coleman Avenue. These improvements are set to meet the rising energy demands from a wave of tech, housing, and commercial projects that are transforming the city. 

The work at Substation A is especially exciting. Located right by Diridon Station, this upgrade will power game-changing initiatives like the Net Zero Initiative, which focuses on energy efficiency, as well as new rail expansions like BART and electrified Caltrain service. It will also support the shift toward electric homes and vehicles. Perhaps most thrilling is its role in Google’s transit village, a massive mixed-use project near Diridon that will bring homes, offices, shops, and cultural spaces to Downtown San Jose. Meanwhile, Substation B’s enhancements will unlock about 1,000 megawatts of additional capacity, paving the way for new data centers and more power for the city’s growing needs.

These upgrades mean more than just better electricity—they’re a launchpad for San Jose’s economic rise. With a stronger grid, the city can welcome bold projects like Jay Paul Co.’s redevelopment of City View Plaza, a new neighborhood blending homes, offices, and retail in the heart of Downtown. Reliable energy could even help keep rates in check, making San Jose a more appealing place for businesses and residents alike. 

Source: The Mercury News

San Jose Powers Up: PG&E’s Microgrid Funding

Starting April 3, PG&E opened the second wave of its Microgrid Incentive Program (MIP), offering a hefty $36 million to fund clean-energy microgrids in disadvantaged Bay Area communities.

As PG&E explains, these localized energy systems can operate independently during power outages, ensuring that critical facilities like hospitals, fire stations, schools, and even grocery stores stay powered up when it matters most. With clean-energy options like solar, battery storage, and even small hydroelectric projects, this initiative isn’t just about keeping the lights on—it’s about doing it sustainably.

The application window, which runs through May 30, 2025, invites communities to dream big. In the first wave of funding, PG&E awarded up to $43 million to nine North Bay projects, with grants ranging from $1 million to $6 million each.

For those ready to get involved, PG&E has made it straightforward: visit www.pge.com/mip for details or submit your project ideas directly to communitymicrogrids@pge.com by the May 30 deadline. As the nonprofit partner shaping San Jose’s parks and civic spaces since 1996, we’re thrilled to see investments like this that uplift our neighborhoods.