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Electricity grid watchdog warns of higher prices after delayed PJM market reforms
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Fusion42 · 13 November 2026 · Fusion42 review
The independent market monitor warns that delayed PJM market reforms will cause substantially higher electricity costs due to data center demands being included in capacity auctions, potentially adding $5 billion to $10 billion to regional electricity bills. PJM disputes this view, attributing cost allocation decisions to state regulators, while federal regulators have rejected some PJM proposals aimed at managing these costs and ensuring reliability.
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You face a sharp jump in wholesale electricity costs as data centers keep inflating capacity prices in PJM's market. Cut exposure now by engaging state regulators or pivoting your energy procurement to avoid passing costs to your customers.
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2 sources · 12 Nov 2026
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