US tech firms pledge at White House to bear costs of energy for datacenters

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Tech giants Google, Microsoft, Meta, Amazon, and AI firms signed the 'Ratepayer Protection Pledge' at the White House to fund new electricity generation for datacenters.
The pledge aims to prevent rising electricity costs for consumers amid concerns over datacenters' high energy demands.
Companies commit to securing electricity from new or expanded power plants and upgrading power delivery systems.
The initiative seeks to gain local community support for datacenter projects, addressing recent opposition in several states.
The pledge aligns with Trump’s push for energy affordability and grid resilience ahead of midterm elections.
Critics question whether the pledge will expedite new power generation, given Trump’s focus on fossil fuels over renewables.
Advocates and lawmakers will monitor whether the pledge leads to tangible actions or remains symbolic.

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