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Oregon Citizens' Utility Board
Coverage of Oregon Citizens' Utility Board in the Nexus archive.
- As gas plants rise to power AI, renewable energy allies are fighting for cleaner alternatives
The surge in energy demand from AI is driving a construction boom for natural gas-fired power plants, prompting renewable energy advocates to push for legislation requiring data centers to use climate-friendly energy. States like New York, Michigan, and Oregon have introduced laws to ensure data centers meet renewable energy benchmarks, while utilities and regulators face pressure to align energy supply with emissions-reduction goals.