After severe 76% electricity price hikes due to AI data centers, Virginia requires firms to pay for all dedicated upstream electrical infrastructure — state regulators crack down, governor says move will save civilians ‘hundreds of millions of dollars’
When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Because of the massive power demand of these sites, the state has been experiencing issues with electricity price hikes, with one county even asking its employees, including schools, to conserve power. "We are taking real steps to address rising energy costs for Virginians," said Gov.
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- ▪Because of the massive power demand of these sites, the state has been experiencing issues with electricity price hikes, with one county even asking its employees, including schools, to conserve power.
- ▪"We are taking real steps to address rising energy costs for Virginians," said Gov.
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Tech Industry Data Centers After severe 76% electricity price hikes due to AI data centers, Virginia requires firms to pay for all dedicated upstream electrical infrastructure — state regulators crack down, governor says move will save civilians ‘hundreds of millions of dollars’ News By Jowi Morales Published 6 August 2026 This move should prevent future electricity price increases. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works.
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