At least two countries will turn data-center ratepayer protection into tariffs or equivalent obligations in 2027.
Forrester
In 2027, at least two countries will turn this ratepayer-protection principle into tariffs or equivalent obligations.
- Who
- Forrester
- Made
- September 2026 7 weeks ago
- Target
- Dec 31, 2027 in 1 year (stated as "in 2027")
- Status
- Openin 14 months
- Source
- Predictions 2027: AI Slingshots Environmental Sustainability From Promises To Action (Forrester blog) Primary: their own words
- Topics
- Compute
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