PJM Turns AI Data Centers Into Interruptible Grid Load

PJM’s proposed Interim Resource Adequacy Service framework would treat some new 50 MW-plus data centers and other large loads as curtailable unless they secure qualifying capacity. The move follows a 6,831 MW capacity shortfall for the 2028/2029 delivery year and rising forecasts for large-load demand across PJM’s footprint. The system read: AI compute is being recast from passive load growth into a reliability obligation.