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PJM Faces Backlash Over Soaring Electricity Prices

9/3/2025

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PJM Interconnection, which oversees the largest U.S. electricity grid, faces criticism for capacity prices reaching $329.17 per megawatt-day, affecting consumer bills.
Increased electricity demand from data centers and project connection delays are driving price increases.
Critics claim PJM's policies obstruct clean energy development, further raising costs for consumers.

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Story summary

PJM Interconnection, which oversees the largest U.S. electricity grid, faces criticism for capacity prices reaching $329.17 per megawatt-day, affecting consumer bills.
Increased electricity demand from data centers and project connection delays are driving price increases.
Critics claim PJM's policies obstruct clean energy development, further raising costs for consumers.