Data center power demand to triple in US off AI boom

Data center power demand to triple in US off AI boom
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by Nicole Kobie • 2 months ago

Data centers in the US currently consume 4.4% of the country's energy, with projections indicating this could triple to 12% by 2028 due to the increasing demand driven by AI technologies. A Berkeley Lab report highlights that energy use surged from 60TWh in 2016 to 176TWh in 2023. As major tech companies seek alternative power sources, the report emphasizes the necessity for improved efficiency and transparency in data center operations to manage future energy demands effectively.

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