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Alberta Limits Data Centre Connections Amid $100B AI Investment

6/6/2025

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In response to soaring demand, the Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) is limiting new data centre connections to 1.2 gigawatts until 2028. To enhance reliability and affordability, the province is revamping its energy market, targeting a new system by 2027. This strategic move coincides with a massive $100 billion investment in AI data centres.

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Story summary

In response to soaring demand, the Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) is limiting new data centre connections to 1.2 gigawatts until 2028. To enhance reliability and affordability, the province is revamping its energy market, targeting a new system by 2027. This strategic move coincides with a massive $100 billion investment in AI data centres.