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The AI Surcharge: Data Center Electricity Costs Skyrocket

Data center electricity costs are pushing US power prices up 860%. Inside the fight over whether hyperscalers or ratepayers foot the bill.

12 August 202611 min readBy Editorial Team Read Full Story
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