Alaska has an advantage in the rapidly expanding field of artificial intelligence (AI) industries across the United States, where data centers, advanced computing and manufacturing are rapidly expanding. While other states are struggling to meet limits on power availability, land, and infrastructure, Alaska offers an advantage due to its abundance of natural gas, untapped renewable potential, and large-scale energy assets. The Data Act of 2026 aims to support the growth of advanced data infrastructure while protecting American families from rising energy costs. The legislation would allow large scale energy users, such as data centers and advanced manufacturers, to operate on a “grid of one” — fully self-contained, isolated power systems that do not connect to the broader grid. This approach could create new revenue streams, new jobs and long-term economic growth built on Alaska’s strengths.