AI Data Centers Would Go Dark First On North America’s Largest Grid

PJM Interconnection, North America's largest grid operator, would cut power to new 50-megawatt data centers before other customers during shortages unless they bring newly built power, following a Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) directive to all U.S. grids. The policy prioritizes existing residential and commercial customers over new large loads, potentially impacting AI data center growth.