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AI data‑center growth spikes US grid strain

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Latest: US AI Data Centers Spur Power Demand, Diesel Backup, and Emissions Surge

U.S. AI data centers now consume about 4 % of national electricity, prompting more than 1,200 community actions since early 2024 over grid capacity, water use and transparency. State governments have responded with a mix