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AI Data Center Power Demand to Double by 2030, Straining Grids

IEA analysis projects global data center electricity consumption will more than double by 2030 to nearly 1,000 TWh, driven by AI compute. This intensifies pressure on energy systems to supply continuous, massive power, challenging the pace of the energy transition. Brazil's readiness to meet this demand is uncertain, with implications for grid investment and competitiveness.

Valor Econômicoabout 12 hours agoBRCredibility 44%View source

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Confidence0.7
Significance0.5
Source credibility0.4

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