OpenAI will work with power companies so its data centres do not raise household electricity bills
Why it matters
Companies planning large data centres now have an OpenAI template for working with utilities to protect local power supply and prices.
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If we plan large computing capacity, have we talked to our local utility about grid impact and pricing?
What happened
OpenAI has launched the Grid Protectors Program, in which it will partner with electric utilities on its planned data centre sites. The aim is to keep the power network stable and stop household power bills from rising.
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Impact on Energy
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