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Now we’re seeing evidence that energy demand projections might be too high in some places. PJM is expected to be the second major utility entity to make downward revisions to projected data center energy demand in an upcoming forecast. www.eenews.net/articles/pjm...
PJM to ratchet down projected AI power demand for eastern US
An updated analysis from the regional grid operator is expected to provide a reality check on data center growth.
www.eenews.net
January 9, 2026 at 4:03 PM
In December, @quentingood.bsky.social explained how ratepayers might end up paying the price for high energy demand projections for data centers, even if that demand doesn’t materialize.
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How data centers can drive up electricity prices…even if they’re not built
In the seventies, high energy demand forecasts led to overinvestment in energy infrastructure that wasn't needed, costing ratepayers big. Now, amid a potential U.S. data center boom, could history rep...
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January 8, 2026 at 10:30 PM