A new survey shows consumers are increasingly concerned that the AI-driven data center boom will drive up electricity prices, with 80% worried about impacts on utility bills. U.S. electricity demand grew 2.6% annually for commercial users like data centers over five years, while residential use rose only 0.7%. Data centers now consume 4% of U.S. electricity, projected to reach 6.7%-12% by 2028. Renewable energy expansion faces potential slowdowns due to regulatory changes, while natural gas infrastructure delays compound supply challenges.