U.S. energy regulator gives grid operators a data-center ultimatum

Financial Times reports that the U.S. Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has given grid operators 60 days to justify or revise how they connect large loads, including AI data centers. If operators do not act, the regulator may make the decision for them. The story shows AI infrastructure pressure turning into formal grid-rule intervention.

Key details: FERC gave grid operators 60 days to justify or revise large-load connection rules, AI data centers are a central driver of the pressure, The regulator may step in if operators do not respond.

Why it matters: AI data centers are now forcing grid regulators to make explicit rules for large-load connections.