Senate Blocks Data Center Bill: What It Means for AI, Electricity Bills and Big Tech
The Ratepayer Protection Act passed the U.S. House of Representatives by an overwhelming 417-3 vote on September 16, 2026.
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Impact of AI on Electricity Prices in 2026: Will Data Centers Make Power More Expensive?
According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), global data-center electricity consumption is set to roughly double from around 415–485 TWh in 2024–2025 to approximately 945–950 TWh by 2030.