Tech Giants' Gas Grab: AI's Power Hunger vs. Real-World Limits
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Tech giants, including Microsoft, Google, and Meta, are racing to secure natural gas plants in the southern U.S. for their AI data centers, but turbine shortages and price hikes are causing delays and concerns. The rush for gas, rich in areas like the Permian Basin, is causing competition with other industries and potentially impacting households during peak demand. Despite contracts, U.S. shale gas growth is slowing, leaving tech firms vulnerable to price swings and delivery waits of up to six years. The digital booms power demand is exposing real-world limits and potential risks.
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