AI Data Centers Are Driving Up Power Bills – This Map Shows Where
AI data centers have added $29–$30 billion in grid capacity costs, hitting consumer utility bills directly. Across four capacity auctions, they account for 46% of total charges. PJM states could see bills rise $15–$20 monthly. Voluntary ratepayer protection pledges lack legal force, while 27 states are advancing laws requiring data centers to fund their own grid expansion.
Ordinary customers are financing infrastructure for some of the richest companies in the world.