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News Clipazcentral.com and The Arizona Republic·AZ

Your home could help run data centers. How virtual power plants work

A partnership between Tesla, Sunrun, and Renew Home aims to supply data centers with up to 16 gigawatts of power from virtual power plants nationwide. This initiative uses smart home devices to manage energy demand more efficiently, offering a faster and more sustainable power source for data centers. Homeowners participating in these programs can benefit from lower energy bills and financial incentives.

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Google

7/19/2026

News ClipE&E News by POLITICO·AZ

Arizona repeals electric utility efficiency mandate

Arizona regulators voted to repeal the state's energy efficiency standards, citing the high cost and challenges posed by the growing energy demands of data centers and manufacturing facilities. Environmental groups and consumer advocates opposed the repeal, arguing for updated standards instead, while utilities indicated they would continue some efficiency measures voluntarily.

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7/9/2026

News ClipKJZZ·Phoenix, Maricopa County, AZ

Protesters, customers speak against APS rate increase at Corporation Commission hearing

The Arizona Corporation Commission began six-week hearings regarding Arizona Public Service's proposed 14% rate increase, facing opposition from customers and protesters. Speakers voiced concerns about rising utility bills, specifically citing the increasing electricity consumption by 'Big Tech's data centers' as a contributing factor. APS states the increase is necessary due to infrastructure costs and aims to set a specific rate for data centers.

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5/18/2026

News ClipKTAR News 92.3 FM·AZ

Group calls for end to AZ data center tax breaks

A governor-appointed task force in Arizona has recommended eliminating state sales tax incentives for data centers and shifting more grid infrastructure costs onto large energy users. This move aims to address surging electricity demand, with data centers projected to account for a significant portion of future load growth. The recommendations, while nonbinding, propose significant policy changes and have faced dissent from major tech companies.

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Microsoft Google

4/3/2026