Batteries are now cheaper than natural gas turbines used at many data centers

The cost of batteries has fallen to a point where they are now cheaper than natural gas turbines, which are commonly used to provide power to data centers. This shift is largely driven by the rapid growth of the data center industry, which has increased demand for power generation equipment. As a result, the cost of batteries has decreased to a point where they are a more cost-effective option for data centers. This change is significant, as it marks a turning point in the history of data center power generation. Existing data centers that rely on natural gas turbines may find it more cost-effective to switch to battery power, which could lead to a decrease in carbon emissions and operating costs.