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A major watchdog says data centers are wreaking havoc on North America's power grid
(www.businessinsider.com)
this post was submitted on 11 May 2026
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Yep, soon enough we'll all be just as fucked as Texans during a cold snap.
What's the difference between Texas and taxes?
Taxes keep you warm in the winter
But we pay for utilities separate from our taxes.
Tax dollars are/should be used to fund and improve the grid