Axios Proliferating data centers draw focus to power supply and expense
By Julie Bogen
Published on March 2, 2026.
The rapid growth of data centers has raised concerns about power supply and who will pay the bills. The U.S. Department of Energy has announced a "ratepayer protection pledge" that requires Big Tech to cover its own electricity needs during this period. However, this announcement has been vague on specifics.
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