One of the most important developments in artificial intelligence has little to do with software.
The explosive growth of AI is creating unprecedented demand for electricity, prompting technology companies to invest heavily in power generation, nuclear energy, natural gas and transmission infrastructure. Analysts warn that AI data centers could become one of the largest new sources of electricity demand in the global economy over the next decade.
As companies compete to build larger and more powerful AI systems, access to reliable energy is emerging as one of the industry’s most important strategic advantages.
