The biggest bottleneck for AI in the United States: electricity prices

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2025.09.21 01:20
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Electricity prices in the United States have risen by 10% since January and are expected to continue climbing due to the "Inflation Reduction Act." Power demand has increased for the first time as data centers power artificial intelligence, leading to soaring utility costs. This topic has gained attention in the New Jersey gubernatorial race, with Virginia Democratic candidate Abigail Spanberger mentioning utility rates in her advertisements, reflecting the challenges posed by AI companies establishing data centers in the state