Utilities warn data centers may require costly infrastructure upgrades, but operators typically pay
Utility representatives told the committee large data centers can require substantial water and electric system upgrades; utilities said if upgrades are needed, developers/operators usually pay the cost, while closed-loop water cooling is preferred to limit discharges.
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Members heard from utility representatives about the scale of water and electrical demands for data centers and the practical steps utilities take to evaluate and price service.
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