Jennifer Hiller

In this discussion, reporter Jennifer Hiller sheds light on how the surging demand for AI is straining the U.S. power grid and driving up electricity prices. She highlights the exponential growth of data centers, particularly in Northern Virginia's Data Center Alley, and the projected 4.8% annual demand growth driven by these facilities. Hiller also discusses the complications of expanding generation capacity amid supply shrinkage and rising costs, as well as the intense political pressure on regulators. The risks of blackouts loom, sparking a crucial conversation on solutions.