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flag European negative electricity prices from renewables lowered household costs in early 2025, while U.S. prices rose due to AI demand and inflation.

flag Negative electricity prices are rising in Europe due to oversupply from wind and solar, causing wholesale prices to drop below zero, particularly in Spain, France, and Germany, leading to a 1.5% drop in EU household electricity costs in early 2025. flag Consumers aren’t directly paid but benefit from lower average prices. flag In contrast, U.S. electricity prices rose 6.9% year-over-year in November 2025, driven by AI data center demand, inflation, and reduced renewable subsidies, with negative prices rare and insufficient to offset rising costs.

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