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PJM Auction Comes Up 6.8 Gigawatts Short As Data Centers Devour Power
The largest US power grid failed for a third straight year to secure enough future supply commitments to ensure reliability for the future amid a historic boom in data center demand.
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The PJM Interconnection, a major US power grid, has struggled to secure sufficient power commitments for the upcoming year. A recent auction aimed at procuring power for the period starting June 2028 fell short by 6.8 gigawatts, which is the amount needed to ensure system reliability during peak demand periods. This development is significant due to the growing demand for power from data centers, which is contributing to the grid's supply challenges.
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