Eliza Martin, a legal fellow at Harvard, and Ari Peskoe, head of the Electricity Law Initiative, delve into the alarming rise in electricity consumption by data centers. They reveal how ordinary consumers might be footing the bill for Big Tech’s energy demands. A discussion unfolds about the cozy relationship between utilities and tech giants that risks undermining necessary reforms. The complexity of utility pricing, the potential of energy parks, and the urgent need for fair regulations add depth to their insightful analysis.