"AI data centers now consume roughly 27 tons of copper per megawatt for power delivery, cooling, and interconnects. The U.S. added about 11,300 megawatts of data center capacity last year alone, creating a projected global copper deficit of 320,000 tons in 2026."
"Copper cables lose signal integrity beyond a few meters at 800G and 1.6T speeds. Power consumption per bit rises sharply, and cooling demands explode, highlighting the need for alternatives as AI clusters grow."
"Credo Technology Group designs high-speed SerDes chips and Active Electrical Cables that extend reliable copper reach inside AI clusters while cutting power roughly in half compared with passive alternatives."
AI data centers consume approximately 27 tons of copper per megawatt, leading to a projected global copper deficit of 320,000 tons by 2026. The surge in data center capacity, with 11,300 megawatts added last year, has driven copper prices up. However, as AI demands increase, copper's limitations become apparent, particularly in power consumption and heat generation. Optical photonics offers a solution by providing higher bandwidth with lower energy use. Companies like Credo Technology Group are addressing these challenges with innovative products that reduce power consumption and extend copper reach.
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