Goldman Sachs logo
Goldman Sachs

June 17, 2026

Utilities Daily: Powering Up Europe

Daily UpdateEquitiesRates CreditUtilitiesEnergy

The report highlights a massive surge in European datacenter connection requests, now reaching 500 GW, which is expected to drive significant long-term power demand. Utilities are positioned to benefit from this 'super cycle' through grid reinforcement and energy provision as AI spending continues to climb.

Key Takeaways

  • 1.Europe's datacenter power grid connection pipeline has surged to nearly 500 GW, signaling significant upcoming construction and energy demand.
  • 2.Big Tech AI infrastructure spending is forecasted to reach nearly $1 trillion in 2027, driving the datacenter energy boom.
  • 3.Utilities are projected to enter a 'super cycle' driven by electrification, grid modernization, and increased power generation requirements.

Table of Contents

  • Research you can't miss from past two weeks
  • Powering Up Europe: Booming Datacenter pipeline and AI spending boom - the pivotal role of energy
  • Iberdrola launches €1.5 bn green bond issue
  • Siemens Energy to supply 2.6 GW Taweelah C power project in Abu Dhabi
  • German chemical industry against free CO2 allowances allocation change under EU ETS
  • Other news
  • Research you need to read

Document Preview

Page 1 of 5
Page 1 of Utilities Daily: Powering Up Europe
Subscribe for full access

Access the Full Report

Get unlimited access to institutional research reports with a 14-day free trial.

Authors

Alberto GandolfiAjay PatelMafalda PombeiroDhwani KhenwarLawrence Lavizani

Securities

IberdrolaENRRWEG.DE

Themes

Datacenter ExpansionAI Infrastructure CapexUtility Super Cycle

Regions

EuropeMiddle EastGermanyUAEUnited Kingdom