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Data centers may face temporary power cuts to prevent blackouts on largest US grid
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Tim De Chant
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The PJM Interconnection grid operator plans to curtail power to large data centers starting in 2027 to prevent blackouts during peak demand. This move highlights the strain that rapid data center expansion is placing on the U.S. electrical infrastructure.
The largest electrical grid in the U.S. has struggled to cope with an onslaught of data centers. Now, after an auction to add more generating capacity fell short, the grid’s operator, PJM Interconnection, has said it will cut off data centers and other large users during power shortages.
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