As gas plants rise to power AI, renewable energy allies are fighting for cleaner alternatives

The rise of AI-driven data centers is increasing energy demand, prompting a surge in natural gas and coal plant construction. Renewable energy advocates and lawmakers in multiple states are enacting legislation to ensure these facilities meet clean energy benchmarks. States like New York, Michigan, and Oregon have introduced laws requiring data centers to source a significant portion of their energy from renewables by 2030-2040.