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Sheldon H. Jacobson: America's digital supremacy depends on our ability to upgrade the power grid
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Fusion42 · 19 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
The U.S. power grid needs urgent modernization to support the rapid growth of data centers, which are projected to consume up to 12% of electricity by 2028. The grid's reliability depends on diversifying energy sources beyond fossil fuels while managing rising costs to consumers.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Cloud Infrastructure.
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You must factor rising electricity demand from data centers into your planning now. Securing partnerships with clean energy suppliers and preparing for higher power costs will be essential to keep your operations sustainable.
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