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- The rise of artificial intelligence is increasing U.S. electricity demand, with data centers projected to use up to 12% of total electricity by 2028.
- Experts say the 7.4% rise in residential electricity prices stems from energy-intensive data centers and will outpace inflation through 2026.
- Virginia's governor-elect Abigail Spanberger and other officials vow to address rising energy costs as households face mounting bills, with overdue balances up 32% since 2022.
