Bring‑Your‑Own‑Power pitches a private path for large data center demand

May 6, 2026

Developers and proponents urged a 'bring‑your‑own‑power' (BYOP) pathway for very large loads — principally data centers — arguing private generation built adjacent to load can avoid large transmission buildouts, preserve ratepayer interests, and be brought online faster than traditional grid expansion.

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Developers, regional planners and industry groups urged lawmakers to consider a statutory pathway that enables very large customers to build private generation and distribution systems alongside the grid.

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