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US sees fossil fuel infrastructure surge amid data center energy demand

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A new report indicates a resurgence in fossil fuel infrastructure development in the US, driven by increasing energy demands from data centers and a policy shift favoring fossil fuels over renewables. Despite solar and wind being cheaper and cleaner, plans for new gas-fired power plants have surged, potentially locking in pollution and higher costs for decades. This trend contrasts with the rapid growth of renewables in recent years, which had begun to outpace coal generation. AI

IMPACT Increased demand for AI data centers is driving a resurgence in fossil fuel infrastructure, potentially impacting energy prices and pollution levels.

RANK_REASON The cluster discusses a significant shift in US energy policy and infrastructure development, driven by increased energy demand and political influence, impacting long-term pollution and electricity prices. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.4]

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US sees fossil fuel infrastructure surge amid data center energy demand

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  1. The Verge — AI TIER_1 English(EN) · Justine Calma ·

    The fossil fuel comeback is here

    The US is building more fossil fuel infrastructure than it has in a decade while renewable energy growth slows down, a new report shows. Electricity demand is also climbing faster than it has in more than a decade with more data centers, factories, and electric vehicles plugging …

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