How Big Tech learned to speak FERC - Politico

The companies are engaging with regulators on energy and data center policy, seeking to influence the upcoming rules through public comments and direct meetings.

The proposal, set for a June release, aims to expedite the process for connecting data centers to the grid. Tech giants have been intensifying their lobbying efforts in Washington to shape the proposal's details, including provisions on grid reliability and cost allocation. The article details how Big Tech is learning to speak the language of energy regulators to effectively advocate for their interests.

FERC's decision will affect the pace of data center construction and broader electricity market dynamics.