AI demand could strain electrical grid in coming decade
Publishing timestamp: 2024-08-28 17:44:12
Summary
Data centers in the U.S. are expected to consume as much electricity as some entire industrialized economies by 2030, leading to a potential supply crunch as coal plants are retired. The surge in power demand from data centers, driven by AI and the growth of the industry, is outpacing the transition to renewable energy sources, posing challenges for the U.S. electric grid. Utility companies are facing increasing demand from data centers, manufacturing facilities, and the broader economy, with potential infrastructure investments reaching hundreds of billions of dollars. The direct connection of data centers to large power resources, such as nuclear plants, is being considered as a solution, but it also raises concerns about grid supply constraints.
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