From surging utility demand to costly grid upgrades, several factors tie AI's growing footprint to the steady rise in energy use across the US.

Electricity bills are climbing nationwide, with some regions seeing double-digit hikes as utilities pass rising costs to consumers. Soaring demand and grid upgrades — fueled by EVs, AI-driven data ...

Once new electricity rates go into effect on Saturday, Xcel Energy customers in Colorado will pay more to run a dishwasher or watch TV between 5-9 p.m. on non-holiday weekdays, all year-round. The ...

COLUMBUS, Ohio — On scorching summer days when countless Ohioans crank up their air conditioning or on frigid nights when heaters run nonstop, the state's electric grid can strain under the pressure.

EMMET COUNTY, Mich. (WPBN/WGTU) -- If you've noticed your electric bill is higher this summer, you're not alone. According to the latest federal data, electricity costs are up 5.5% compared to this ...