Maryland citizens slapped with $2 billion grid upgrade bill for out-of-state AI data centers — state complains to federal energy regulators, says additional cost breaks ‘ratepayer protection pledge’ promises
Summary
Tom's Hardware reports Maryland's Office of People’s Counsel filed a complaint with FERC over a $2B grid upgrade bill tied to AI data centers; the piece explains cost allocations, ratepayer impacts, and policy arguments about who should bear transmission upgrade costs. It highlights debates around data center demand, grid planning, and potential legislative responses.