AI's Growing Energy Demands Spark Concerns Over Power Supply and Costs
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Electricity prices have risen 40% since 2020 due to increased demand from AI data centers, higher natural gas costs, and grid upgrades, impacting consumers especially those on fixed incomes, with potential solutions including demand management and regulatory adjustments.
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