Data centers may use 9 percent of US electricity by 2030, report finds

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A new report indicates that data centers in the US could consume 9 percent of the country's electricity by 2030, with the rise of artificial intelligence technology being a significant factor. The analysis from the Electric Power Research Institute suggests that the power usage of data centers may nearly double by the end of the decade due to the increasing demand for AI applications.

The report highlights that the energy sector is facing challenges in meeting the escalating needs of data centers, transportation electrification, crypto-mining, and industrial onshoring while striving for decarbonization. This growth in data center power consumption necessitates collaboration among stakeholders to ensure reliable and affordable power supply for all customers, especially with the expanding use of AI technology.

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