A report from the U.S. Department of Energy under the Trump administration warns that blackouts in the United States could increase up to 100 times by 2030 if current energy policies continue. The surge in electricity demand is largely driven by the rapid growth of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, which strain the nation's largest power grid. This increased demand coincides with the scheduled retirement of approximately 104 gigawatts (GW) of coal, natural gas, and nuclear power plants, combined with insufficient additions of new firm power capacity, currently projected at only 22 GW. The report highlights that the ongoing closure of reliable fossil fuel power plants and overreliance on renewable energy sources contribute to the anticipated energy shortfall. Additionally, the strain on the grid is expected to cause electricity prices to rise by more than 20%, affecting households and businesses. The Department of Energy cautions that without significant increases in energy infrastructure and capacity, the U.S. power grid will be unable to meet the demands of AI data centers, electrified factories, and the expanding high-tech economy, potentially leading to up to 800 hours of blackouts annually by 2030.