The PJM Interconnection, North America’s largest power grid, is forecast to hit a record winter electricity demand of 144,465 MW on January 27, surpassing last year’s high of 143,700 MW. This surge in demand highlights the increasing reliance on electricity during extreme weather conditions and the growing energy needs of data centers powering artificial intelligence (AI). The grid serves 67 million people across 13 states and the District of Columbia, making its stability crucial for a vast population.