"We are making sure that we have renewable energy powering all of our datacentre footprint. We have 100% renewable power today that is powering all of Azure, and we're very proud to build that base and essentially stimulate renewable energy around the world and in the UK."
"If we are to avoid a future where AI growth is decoupled from our planetary boundaries, we must move beyond the idea that hyperscalers are the sole curators of the carbon footprint."
Gartner forecasts datacentre electricity consumption to reach 1,200TWh by 2030, a 20% increase from the previous year. AI-optimised servers using GPUs are expected to demand around 156GW of power. Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella emphasized the importance of renewable energy for Azure datacentres, stating they currently operate on 100% renewable power. The focus is on reducing energy consumption per token processed in AI workloads while considering cost and carbon footprint. Shane Herath advocates for broader participation in sustainability beyond hyperscalers.
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