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AI's Energy Demand Challenges Renewable Future, Experts Warn

3/19/2025

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Renewable energy is vital in the fight against climate change, yet the rise of artificial intelligence poses a significant challenge due to the soaring energy demands of data centres, which consumed 1% of global electricity in 2024. To safeguard our planet's future, we must adopt a 'datacentric perspective' that prioritizes sustainability.

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Story summary

Renewable energy is vital in the fight against climate change, yet the rise of artificial intelligence poses a significant challenge due to the soaring energy demands of data centres, which consumed 1% of global electricity in 2024. To safeguard our planet's future, we must adopt a 'datacentric perspective' that prioritizes sustainability.