Grid operator PJM would also disconnect data centres in an emergency

Aug 18, 2026 · Issue 3 · 2 sources, 2 articles

Under a PJM proposal (2026-08-18), data centres could be shut down in an emergency, but they are demanding essential-load status. The proposal would rank hyperscale computing capacity behind conventional consumers.

Who is affected and how

energy specialist

A change in the load-shedding order affects the outage risk of industrial consumers.

plant manager

It is worth reviewing contracts on interruptible supply.

Narrative: The data center as a flexible network player

Sources

• Grid Operator Targets Data Centers for Emergency Shutdownsadjacent.media · Aug 18, 2026
• Denmark Publishes Emergency Grid Law That Puts Data Centers Lastenergyconnects.com · Aug 20, 2026

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