CRA has collaborated with both utility and data center clients to identify mechanisms to prioritize data center loads in ever tightening markets. Load flexibility, financial support, and other creative mechanisms address risks and support utilities in meeting their obligation to serve while balancing system reliability. CRA is also supporting the development of innovative tariff designs that enable utilities and data center developers to support clean energy generation while mitigating risks and costs to non-participating customers.
How energy investment is evolving to meet AI-driven data center demand
In a recent interview, CRA’s energy consultant Mayank Saraswat explored how the energy sector is evolving to meet the surging demands of AI-driven data centers.