Who is really footing the AI energy bill? Inside the debate about data center electricity costs
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Source: CNBC
Published: 2026-03-13 19:41 UTC+10:00
Section: General
Factuality Score: 100
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Transport, Technology & AI, Energy, Business & Economy
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The companies racing to build the massive infrastructure needed for the artificial intelligence boom are facing growing backlash over electricity costs, as households and policymakers question whether data centers are driving up power bills.
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