Data Centers to Add Billions in Power Costs in 13 States

Data centers consume a large share of regional electricity supplies. Recent analysis predicts they will add billions of dollars in power costs. The cost increase will affect thirteen U.S. states. Rising demand for compute resources drives higher energy use. Utilities in the impacted states expect larger billing cycles. Companies may face pressure to improve energy efficiency. Policymakers could consider regulations to curb the rise. The trend highlights the growing energy footprint of tech infrastructure.