CleanTechnica•7 days ago
New Data Center Rate Structure Risks Wisconsinites Picking Up The Bill For Big Tech
Key Takeaway
A proposed Wisconsin rate structure for data centers could offer favorable terms for large loads but risks public backlash over perceived ratepayer subsidies for infrastructure costs.
AI Summary
- •The Wisconsin Public Service Commission (PSC) is evaluating a new rate structure specifically for data centers, impacting large power consumers and potential new loads.
- •Critics argue the proposed structure favors Big Tech companies and We Energies, potentially shifting infrastructure costs onto general ratepayers through subsidies.
- •This regulatory development could create attractive conditions for data center development in Wisconsin, but also signals potential public and political scrutiny over cost allocation for new large loads.
Topics
datacentermisopolicy
Article Content
MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin — The Wisconsin Public Service Commission (PSC) is considering a new rate structure on data centers that favors profits and protections for Big Tech companies and We Energies, putting Wisconsinites at risk to subsidize the infrastructure costs needed for these billion-dollar companies to run their data centers. We Energies is ... [continued] The post New Data Center Rate Structure Risks Wisconsinites Picking Up The Bill For Big Tech appeared first on CleanTechnica .