The AI boom is putting unprecedented strain on the U.S. power grid. By 2030, data centers could account for nearly 12% of the nation’s energy usage, and experts warn that their surging demand is outpacing energy supply growth, threatening grid reliability, and driving up costs for ratepayers.
To address this problem, tech companies are investigating ways to supply their own power to data centers instead of relying entirely on the grid. One option is to use on-site hydrogen fuel cells. These clean energy generators combine hydrogen and oxygen to produce electricity, using a catalyst to speed the reaction, reduce energy loss, improve overall…
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