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PJM Interconnection to Impose Temporary Power Cuts on US Data Centers
PJM Interconnection, the operator of the United States' largest power grid, announced that it may temporarily interrupt electricity supply to data centers and other large industrial consumers during periods of peak demand. The curtailments, slated to begin in June 2027, will target facilities drawing 50 MW or more and are intended to prevent widespread blackouts as data‑center construction outpaces new generation capacity. An earlier auction to add generation fell short of expectations, prompting PJM to launch another capacity auction.
The rapid growth of data‑center electricity use is projected to quadruple by 2035, prompting intensified lobbying in Washington. More than 200 entities launched lobbying campaigns on data‑center energy issues between April and June 2026, up from fewer than 100 the previous year. President Donald Trump backed a non‑binding declaration to limit electricity price spikes, and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is reviewing new rules to ensure safe grid integration of large installations.
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Data centers · Donald Trump · Federal Energy Regulatory Commission · PJM Interconnection · United States power grid
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- [○ 1 SOURCE] The curtailments will apply only to data centers with a power demand of 50 MW or more, starting in June 2027. www.webisland.net
- [● 2 SOURCES] PJM Interconnection announced it may temporarily interrupt power to data centers and other large consumers during peak demand to avoid blackouts. www.webisland.net · www.world-today-news.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] More than 200 entities launched lobbying campaigns on data‑center energy issues between April and June 2026, up from fewer than 100 the prior year. www.italianopercaso.it
- [○ 1 SOURCE] The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) is examining new regulations to ensure large installations are safely integrated into the grid. www.italianopercaso.it
- [● 2 SOURCES] U.S. data center electricity consumption is projected to quadruple by 2035 compared with current levels. www.webisland.net · www.world-today-news.com
- [○ 1 SOURCE] PJM is conducting a new auction for additional generation capacity to address grid deficits. www.webisland.net
- [○ 1 SOURCE] An earlier auction to increase generation capacity for the PJM grid failed to meet expected results. www.webisland.net
- [○ 1 SOURCE] President Donald Trump promoted a non‑binding declaration supported by hundreds of companies to limit electricity price increases. www.italianopercaso.it