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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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El Paso Chief Exec to Resign

LCG, February 11, 2003-William Wise, chief exectutive officer of the El Paso Corporation, announced his resignation Monday, although he will stay on through this year.

El Paso Corporation, a natural gas pipeline company, has been facing severe debt, in addition to lawsuits, and last week declared $2.9 billion in asset sales as well as a large cut in annual dividends, from 87 cents to 16 cents per share.

Shareholders, including an investor group led by the largest single shareholder, Selim Zilhka, have been rallying for changes in the El Paso board and the replacement of the management team.

Wise has worked for El Paso for 33 years and as CEO beginning in 1990. He will stay on until a new CEO is found and keep his title as chairman through this year.

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