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As the demand from Big Tech's data centers threatens to overload U.S. electric grids, policymakers are considering a controversial measure: temporarily disconnecting these energy-intensive facilities during power emergencies. States like Texas have already begun implementing standards to manage electricity usage, aiming to prevent blackouts during peak times. The mid-Atlantic grid operators are also exploring similar proposals as they struggle to keep pace with spiraling electricity demands attributed to the rapid rise of data centers, sparking significant debate among regulators, utilities, and tech companies.
Source: YAHOO