Intense Heat to Push Biggest US Grid’s Power Use to 12-Year High

Electricity demand on the PJM grid is set to reach a 12-year high due to an upcoming heat wave, with usage expected to peak at 158.5 gigawatts. This surge is driven by increased air conditioning needs as temperatures soar to 100 F in Washington. The higher demand follows a decade of stagnation, influenced by new data centers and rising consumer costs.

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