OpenAI's plan for 5-gigawatt AI data centers aims to enhance domestic AI capabilities and compete globally, but it faces substantial energy and infrastructure challenges.
The proposed data centers would require energy comparable to five nuclear reactors, raising concerns about the feasibility given existing power project delays.
OpenAI's vision includes creating thousands of jobs while reinforcing US national security. However, significant policy support for energy infrastructure is critical for success.
Experts doubt the practicality of establishing five to seven massive data centers due to challenges including grid connection delays, permitting issues, and supply chain hurdles.
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