PJM gets emergency approval to curtail data centers, large loads during hot weather
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PJM has received emergency approval to curtail power usage by data centers and large loads during hot weather. This move is reportedly in response to record-breaking heat and high demand, which has put pressure on the grid. The specifics of the approval and its implementation are not entirely clear, but it appears to allow PJM to take measures to manage power usage and prevent potential shortages.
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