The rapid expansion of data centers across the U.S. and the critical role of renewable energy in powering the grid
Utiliity Dive
JUNE 23, 2025
Rising power demand—and the role of utilities Currently, data centers account for approximately 4% of the nation’s total electricity usage, with that number expected to climb to as much as 12% by 2028, according to the U.S. Fiber optic cables for real-time monitoring, smart grid control and data transmission.
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