U.S. Data Centers’ Power Demand Surges to 46,000 MW: What’s Driving the Growth?
United States data centers are consuming more electricity than ever before. In the third quarter of 2024, their power demand reached 46,000 megawatts (MW), a huge increase driven by artificial intelligence (AI) and cryptocurrency mining. According to forecasts, this demand will grow to 59,000 MW by 2029. Digital services, cloud computing, and AI apps make […]
