White House widens data center power pledge as backlash grows

The White House has expanded a voluntary pledge to shield U.S. consumers from higher utility bills caused by data centre power demand, enlisting nearly 200 additional stakeholders including utilities, developers, and governors. The move reflects mounting public backlash over AI infrastructure's impact on electricity costs, which could rise 15–40% by 2030, ahead of midterm elections.

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