FERC Allows Tech Giants Direct Power Access
Update: 2025-12-18
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FERC Approves Direct Power Connections for Data Centers, Aiming to Boost AI and ManufacturingThe Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has unanimously approved a new order, allowing tech companies to connect their data centers directly to power plants. This move aims to help the U.S. lead in artificial intelligence and strengthen manufacturing, key goals for the current administration. The order could set a precedent for future requests, including one from the energy secretary, and addresses concerns about potential electricity shortages in the mid-Atlantic region. Power plant owners and solar/wind power providers welcome the decision, while utilities focus on protecting ratepayers and strengthening the grid.
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