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TECHNOLOGY • UNITED STATES AND EUROPE

Report finds plans for 181 GW of gas power at proposed AI data centers

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A report cited by The Guardian says proposed data centers in the U.S. and Europe include plans for 181 gigawatts of on-site gas-fired power, driven by delays connecting to electricity grids. These are proposed projects, not evidence that the capacity has been built.

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Why it matters

If built, the U.S. projects could affect electricity demand, power infrastructure and emissions. The report does not specify how much of the proposed capacity is in the United States or which projects will proceed.

What happens next

The article describes proposals but gives no construction schedule or decision dates. It is not yet clear how much planned capacity will be built or connected to the grid instead.

How much of the proposed capacity is in the United States.

Whether projects receive approvals and move into construction.

Whether grid-connection delays are resolved or on-site power plans change.