【Key Focus: The US Will Allow Tech Companies to Effectively Connect Large Data Centers Directly to Power Plants】
On December 18, 2025, Washington time, the Associated Press released a news release stating:
The federal regulatory body will allow tech companies to effectively connect large data centers directly to power plants. The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission issued this long-awaited order, which was urged by the Trump administration to help the United States lead in global artificial intelligence and revitalize domestic manufacturing.
This order may serve as a blueprint for the commission's handling of the request from former Trump energy secretary Chris Wright, aimed at ensuring that data centers and large manufacturers can quickly obtain the required power. This move comes amid concerns about power shortages in the coming years, as the construction of data centers is outpacing the availability of new power sources.
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