AI boom sparks rare warning of ‘significant risks’ to grid

May 4, 2026

North America’s grid watchdog is slated to issue its highest level of warning Monday about threats to the power system from large data centers, underscoring the challenges facing utilities and grid operators grappling with a surge in electricity demand.

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