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Big Tech’s Pledges on US Power Bills Leave Unanswered Questions

Data-center electricity demand is rising fast — and it’s not always clear who pays.

Bloomberg
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As AI capacity ramps, the story is increasingly physical: transmission, permitting, and long construction timelines.

What to know

  • Power availability is becoming a competitive variable.
  • Pledges and procurement don’t always translate to near-term supply.
  • Grid upgrades often move slower than software cycles.

Source: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/newsletters/2026-02-04/big-tech-s-pledges-on-us-power-bills-leave-many-questions-unanswered