New research further undermines misinformation attacking data centers. 

A study from researchers associated with the Electric Power Research Institute found that “data centers caused average retail electricity rates to fall modestly in the United States from 2015 to 2024.”

In fact, the authors wrote that for “every 10% increase in data center capacity average residential retail prices fell by approximately 0.4% on average.”

The authors note that the increased electricity demand from data centers is leading to lower electricity rates in part by allowing utilities to deploy new, more cost-effective equipment onto the grid.

“Data centers are providing high-paying jobs, powering the AI boom, and lowering electricity bills. Policymakers must continue to embrace AI policies that keep us ahead in the global race for dominance while benefiting Americans across the country.” -Former Sen. Kyrsten Sinema and former Congressman Garret Graves, Co-Chairs of the AI Infrastructure Coalition.