Belgium data center power demand to surge eightfold by 2034 on AI boom

Belgium's 47 large data centers currently consume 3.2 TWh annually, but demand is projected to reach 27.3 TWh by 2034, an eightfold increase driven by AI expansion. This strains the national grid and raises questions about energy supply adequacy and infrastructure investment. The scale of growth signals a significant shift in electricity demand patterns, with implications for grid stability and energy policy.