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Data Centers Drive 76% Rise in Power Bills on Largest US Grid

Bloomberg Tech · May 14, 2026, 5:57 PM · Also reported by 4 other sources

Power prices on the largest electric grid in the US jumped 76% in the first quarter due to rampant demand from data centers, adding to pressure on its operator to alleviate the strain on consumers.

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Data Centers Drive 76% Rise in Power Bills on Largest US Grid

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