Belgian data center power demand projected to surge to 27.3 TWh by 2034

Belgian grid regulator estimates future data center electricity needs at 24.1 TWh, up from 15.8 TWh, with total consumption potentially reaching 27.3 TWh by 2034 including current usage. Worst-case scenario sees national electricity consumption double to 172 TWh, straining grid capacity. Uncertainty remains as not all announced projects will materialize due to capacity reservations.