U.S. Power Grid Update Driven by Data Center Boom

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U.S. utility companies plan to invest $1.4 trillion over the next five years to update the nation's aging power grid, driven by the increasing electricity demand from the data center boom. This investment aims to strengthen the grid against severe weather and replace aging infrastructure. The capital expenditure plans are expected to increase by more than 20% from 2025 projections and require approval from state utility regulators. The rise in spending may lead to higher utility bills for consumers, although data centers could help by providing utilities with more revenue sources and spreading fixed costs over a larger customer base.