Kubernetes cost monitoring in Grafana Cloud is a newly introduced feature designed to help organizations manage and optimize the costs associated with their Kubernetes infrastructure by providing real-time insights and detailed visualizations. Built on the open-source tool OpenCost, it allows users to track current and historical spending, identify resource-intensive components, detect anomalies, and make informed decisions about resource allocation and scaling. This feature benefits site reliability engineers, administrators, and engineering leaders by enabling granular cost control, improving resource efficiency, and facilitating cost governance practices. By integrating cost monitoring with existing dashboards in Grafana Cloud, organizations can personalize their Kubernetes ecosystem while enhancing cost efficiency and return on investment.