Natural gas power plant connected to an AI data center complex, illustrating the energy demand of artificial intelligence.
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AI’s Hidden Cost: Tech Giants Bet Big on Natural Gas, Straining U.S. Energy Grid

In a strategic shift with major implications for U.S. energy markets, the world’s largest technology companies are racing to secure natural gas supplies and build dedicated power plants. This move is driven by one overwhelming need: electricity for artificial intelligence. Microsoft, Google, and Meta have all announced major projects in recent weeks, signaling a new […]