US Data Centers Increase Power Demand, Impacting Electric Grid and Costs
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As data centers' energy demands grow rapidly, U.S. policymakers are considering strategies like disconnecting large data centers during power emergencies to prevent grid overloads, with Texas leading the way. This approach aims to balance the economic benefits of data centers with the need for grid stability, amid rising electricity costs and concerns over infrastructure capacity.
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