AI data centers just got a government-mandated fast lane to the grid
TechCrunch AI Tim De Chant June 18, 2026

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# AI Data Centers Get Priority Access to Power Grid The government just told electric companies to speed up connections for AI data centers, letting them jump ahead in the queue for power hookups. This is good news for AI companies that need massive amounts of electricity, but it doesn't solve the bigger problem: there simply isn't enough power available to meet everyone's needs. So while AI facilities will get faster access, the actual shortage of electricity remains unsolved.
FERC told grid operators to give data centers a fast lane for interconnections, but it failed to address electricity supply shortages.
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