https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/the-gas-turbine-shortage-just-became-ai-s-biggest-constraintContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/the-gas-turbine-shortage-just-became-ai-s-biggest-constrainthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/the-gas-turbine-shortage-just-became-ai-s-biggest-constraint#u50512Fri, 28 Aug 2026 06:20:38 +0000US data center gas capacity grew from 4 GW to 189 GW over two years, cementing a long-term reliance on fossil fuels to support AI infrastructure. This expansion occurs as data centers drive 55% of US electricity demand growth, creating a 38-gigawatt power gap. While the industry seeks grid and storage upgrades, the surge in gas-fired capacity risks locking in carbon emissions for decades. In the UK, planned gas-powered sites at Wapseys Wood and Quest Park could emit 4.577 million tonnes of CO2 annually.Why it mattersThe shortage of gas turbines has driven prices toward tripling as AI power nee https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/the-gas-turbine-shortage-just-became-ai-s-biggest-constrainthttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/the-gas-turbine-shortage-just-became-ai-s-biggest-constraint#u48322Tue, 25 Aug 2026 11:20:49 +0000A shortage of gas turbines has emerged as a primary constraint for AI development as data centers drive 55% of US electricity demand growth. This power crunch has put gas turbine prices on a trajectory to nearly triple. While AI data centers face a 38-gigawatt power gap according to Morgan Stanley, the industry is shifting toward grid buildouts and energy storage upgrades to manage the load. These infrastructure demands are also impacting consumers through surging monthly utility bills.Why it mattersAI requires massive amounts of electricity to power specialized hardware. This demand exceeds c