Oracle vs Wisconsin Energy Rules | Milwaukee News

Wisconsin’s utility regulators are holding firm on a new rule requiring data center developers—like Oracle—to post hefty financial guarantees for their energy use, sparking a high-stakes legal battle. Oracle, whose credit rating now falls below the state’s threshold, faces a $100 million annual collateral demand, a move the company claims is improperly enforced. But regulators argue the rule is essential to prevent data centers from shifting energy costs onto ratepayers, and they’ve rejected Oracle’s request to revisit the policy. Consumer and environmental groups back the rule, while the utility company We Energies initially sided with Oracle. The commission has asked the court to dismiss the lawsuit, highlighting a growing national tension between tech’s energy appetite and protecting everyday customers. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/11212cce5c9de2a2