Data centre electricity consumption to rise by 26% in 2026: Gartner
Gartner projects that global data center electricity consumption will rise by 26% in 2026, driven largely by the rapid adoption of AI-optimized servers. The report warns that power availability may become a significant constraint for future AI development.
Why it matters
The massive energy requirements of AI infrastructure pose a challenge to global energy grids and sustainability goals, necessitating urgent investment in efficiency.
Global data center electricity consumption is expected to rise by 26% in 2026, forecast Gartner Inc, a research advisory firm.
The article relies on industry research data and provides a balanced view of the technological challenges.
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