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Electricity rate outcomes are determined by the accuracy of utility and regulatory demand forecasts. A mismatch between built capacity and actual data center demand directly dictates whether consumer costs rise or fall.

Impact: Inaccurate forecasting leads to stranded assets or supply shortages, both of which increase operational costs and reduce consumer trust in utility providers.

— from Data Center Infrastructure and Electricity Rate Risks · The Indicator from Planet Money· Feb 03, 2026