Congressional Debate Intensifies Over Energy Policies to Support AI Advancements

In Washington, D.C., a heated debate is unfolding as experts and lawmakers discuss the energy requirements of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies and the implications for the nation's power infrastructure. The rapid expansion of AI applications necessitates substantial computational power, leading to concerns about the capacity and reliability of the U.S. energy grid.

During a recent Capitol Hill hearing, Alex Epstein, President and Founder of the Center for Industrial Progress, emphasized the critical role of fossil fuels in meeting the escalating energy demands of AI. Epstein argued that. . .