A recent report by the International Energy Agency (IEA) reveals that electricity demand from AI data centers will surpass that of Japan by 2030, driven by their growing numbers and usage. Data center energy consumption is projected to double by 2030, fueled by the rapid adoption of AI technologies in the tech sector. Moreover, advanced economies like the U.S. may see dramatic increases in electricity demand, with data centers potentially accounting for nearly half of demand growth. The IEA warns that escalating demands could strain electricity grids, possibly delaying future projects.
"Global electricity demand from data centers is set to more than double over the next five years, consuming as much electricity by 2030 as the whole of Japan does today."
"The effects will be particularly strong in some countries. For example, in the United States, data centers are on course to account for almost half of the growth in electricity demand."
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