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The growth of artificial intelligence is facing a new challenge as power-hungry data centers strain global electricity grids. Tech industry leaders like Elon Musk and Amazon's Andy Jassy have highlighted the issue of electricity supply becoming a bottleneck for AI development. Companies such as Amazon, Microsoft, and Google are investing billions in computing infrastructure, particularly data centers optimized for AI workloads. The surge in demand for data centers is outpacing available capacity, leading to a search for suitable sites globally.
The environmental impact of this technology boom is also a concern, with countries needing to meet renewable energy commitments to combat climate change. The International Energy Agency predicts a significant increase in electricity consumption by data centers globally, driven by the exponential growth of the AI industry. Challenges in meeting this demand include regulatory approvals for renewable energy projects and upgrading power grids. Developers are exploring options like onsite power generation and nuclear energy to address the power supply issue.
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