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Data centers’ energy demand threatens Trump’s “Made in America” plan
Data centers now account for about 5% of U.S. electricity demand but could triple by 2035 , creating potential conflicts with domestic manufacturing goals. Rising data center construction is outpacing
Data centers now account for about 5% of U.S. electricity demand but could triple by 2035 , creating potential conflicts with domestic manufacturing goals. Rising data center construction is outpacing new power plant development, tightening energy supplies and driving up electricity bills in some areas . This threatens manufacturers' competitiveness as energy costs increase, potentially undermining Trump administration efforts to boost domestic industrial production.
Source: Ars Technica | 2026-07-07