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US Natural Gas Power Costs Reach Highest Level in 17 Years, According to Lazard

13 Temmuz 2026Bllomberg

The cost of electricity generated from natural gas-fired plants in the United States has reached its highest level in 17 years, according to Lazard. This increase is attributed to a surge in demand driven by the proliferation of new data centers.
As the energy landscape evolves, these costs are expected to rise further, reflecting the growing reliance on natural gas for power generation.
Natural gas has been a dominant source of power generation in the US, especially as coal usage declines. However, with increasing demand from technology sectors, the strain on natural gas supply and pricing structures is becoming evident.
The rising costs of natural gas power generation signal a significant shift in the energy market, influenced by both demand dynamics and the evolving infrastructure needs of the digital economy. As data centers proliferate, the competition for energy resources intensifies, potentially leading to further price hikes.

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