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Faster-than-Expected Data Center Load Growth May Cause Increased Regional Short-term Fossil Fuel Generation and Wholesale Electricity Prices

LCG, March 18, 2026--The EIA released a new "In-depth Analysis" of the potential impact of faster-than-expected near-term growth in data center power demand on power generation and wholesale prices on March 12. The analysis models the lower 48 states through 2027 and compares results to its base case scenario. Key takeaway from this sensitivity analysis is the potential increase in fossil fuels in some regions and potentially a significant increase in wholesale prices in ERCOT.

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Faster-than-Expected Data Center Load Growth May Cause Increased Regional Short-term Fossil Fuel Generation and Wholesale Electricity Prices

LCG, March 18, 2026--The EIA released a new "In-depth Analysis" of the potential impact of faster-than-expected near-term growth in data center power demand on power generation and wholesale prices on March 12. The analysis models the lower 48 states through 2027 and compares results to its base case scenario. Key takeaway from this sensitivity analysis is the potential increase in fossil fuels in some regions and potentially a significant increase in wholesale prices in ERCOT.

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LG&E, Powergen Get SEC Okay,Deal Should Close in a Few Days

LCG, Dec. 7, 2000--Powergen Plc of the United Kingdom received approval yesterday from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission for its acquisition of LG&E Energy Corp. ofLouisville, Ky.

The companies said it was the last approval needed for consummation of the merger, which is expected to close "in the next few days."

"The speed with which this transaction has been concluded is a tribute to the people at bothcompanies who have worked diligently to make this powerful combination a reality," said Roger W.Hale, LG&E Energy's chief executive. "We sincerely appreciate their efforts."

"Additionally, we'd like to thank our regulators, both in the United States and the United Kingdom, who recognized the value of this merger for the companies, their employees, their communities and theirshareholders," he added.

LG&E said that shortly after the closing its shareholders will receive letters of transmittal containing instructions for submitting their stock certificates at the agreed upon price of $24.85 a share.

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