Microsoft Pledges to Pay More for Electricity, Drawing Praise From Trump
The New York Times • • business
Key Points:
- Brad Smith, Microsoft’s president, addressed concerns about the impact of data centers on home electricity costs, emphasizing the company's commitment to covering the full cost of electricity used by its data centers.
- In a blog post ahead of a speech on artificial intelligence, Smith stated Microsoft will request utilities and public commissions to set rates high enough to cover data center electricity expenses.
- The issue of how much data centers should pay for electricity has been contentious, with ongoing disputes in several states over fair cost allocation.
- Microsoft and other tech companies have consistently expressed their desire to pay their fair share for electricity, aiming to avoid burdening everyday consumers.
