A better understanding of the potential impact of AI and clouds on energy consumption will enable informed decisions today regarding investments in energy sources, ensuring adequate supplies to meet the energy needs of the future.
Artificial intelligence has emerged as one of the most transformative technologies of the modern era, reshaping industries and influencing daily life in unprecedented ways. The growth of AI and the expansion of data centers are contributing to a surge in energy demand, leading to concerns about the impact on environmental sustainability and climate change. While the focus has primarily been on transitioning to clean energy supply sources, the discussion on future demand growth has been overlooked particularly in terms of understanding and predicting AI and cloud energy needs in the coming decade.