AI data center needs poised to jolt power demandDigital hubs projected to consume 4.6%-9.1% of U.S. electricity in 2030, with AI queries needing 10x more electricity than traditional Google searches.
Google's environmental report pointedly avoids AI's actual energy cost | TechCrunchGoogle's 2024 Environmental Report showcases efforts on environmental issues but omits details on AI energy usage, posing concerns and potential impact on overall energy consumption.