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Data Centers' Energy Demands and Clean Energy Solutions

MIT · January 21, 2025 · ✓ verified

US-based data centers consumed over 4% of the nation’s electricity in 2023, projected to reach 9% by 2030. This surge in demand, driven by AI, is causing delays in coal plant closures and impacting clean energy transitions. Companies like Microsoft and Amazon are partnering with nuclear plants, while others explore SMRs and renewable energy sources to meet their sustainability goals. MIT is researching energy-efficient data center designs and clean energy solutions.

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