Microsoft and consumer advocates challenge ATC power plan
Microsoft and consumer advocates are challenging a Wisconsin transmission plan regarding data center power line costs. They warn current proposals fail to adequately protect everyday utility customers from potential price hikes.
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MICROSOFT CORP challenged a $600M transmission cost plan for its Wisconsin data center on Tuesday morning, arguing the agreement fails to protect retail customers. The tech giant disputed American Transmission Co. and WEC ENERGY GROUP INC's proposal in a late August public filing. The dispute highlights growing friction over who pays for grid upgrades required by massive technology infrastructure.
