One fallen power line exposed a growing AI data center problem. Here’s how to fix it.
A close call in Northern Virginia revealed just how poorly data centers respond to grid disruptions. Here's how to fix the problem.
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Published: 25 July 2026
Source: TechCrunch
Category: News
Topics: Environment
Retrieved: 26 July 2026
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