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Jul 28 2025
08:28 am
Why?
The AI explosion means millions are paying more for electricity.
The data centers required for Big Tech are driving up electricity demand — and prices.
Are data centers the reason for Tennessee be in the top 10 states with electricity rate increases? The article doesn't say, but we should get answers. The residents of Tennessee should not have to finance these data centers.
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