U.S. businesses set to surpass homes in electricity consumption for the first time on record
U.S. power consumption hit a record high last year and is forecast to break records again in 2026 and 2027, driven by a historic shift where businesses are expected to use more electricity than homes for the first time on record. The commercial sector is projected to outpace the residential sector, with analysts suggesting the trend will persist. Two main drivers are behind this shift, though the article is cut short before detailing them fully.
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The commercial sector will outpace the residential sector in 2026 and probably 2027, too.
Analysts say the trend will likely persist for a while.
Power consumption in the U.S. hit a record high last year.
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