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FEATURED OP-ED · BY RISHIK SODHI
As data centers grow, the cost of grid upgrades raises a basic question of fairness. Rishik makes the case for allocating costs to the users that cause them, while protecting households and small businesses.
Web adaptation · Legislative status updated October 19, 2026
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