Power bills at home soar while data centers ride cheaper rates
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Across the U.S., electricity prices have surged about 40% since February 2020, with Washington, D.C. up 93% from July 2020 to July 2025, highlighting a striking disconnect between what residential customers pay and what data centers pay; the article examines how pricing structures and policy contribute to rising consumer bills and what it means for households and policymakers.
Topics:business#climate#data-centers#energy-and-utilities-regulation#energy-costs#personal-finance#united-states-nation
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