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Energy consultants discuss how data centres are unfairly blamed for electrical grid failures, citing infrastructure issues. John Farrell from ILSR suggests data centres benefit from favorable utility contracts, while Jayasuria argues they are scapegoats for broader systemic failures.

The construction of new data centres increases grid demand, but they also invest in their own power solutions, including energy storage. Co-location projects are emerging, highlighting the need for modernized infrastructure. Effective communication and investment in grid improvements are essential for addressing these challenges.