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Report: AI, Aircon Driving Surge in Global Electricity Demand

Report: AI, Aircon Driving Surge in Global Electricity Demand

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The Facts

  • The International Energy Agency (IEA) has reported that global demand for electricity is expected to increase by 4% in 2024, the third-fastest pace since 2007.

  • The analysis published on Friday highlights that record heat waves in 2024 — the warmest year on record worldwide — have driven up air conditioning demand, and that generative artificial intelligence is ramping up data centers' energy needs.The analysis published on Friday highlights that record heat waves in 2024 — the warmest year on record worldwide — have driven up air conditioning demands and that generative artificial intelligence is ramping up data centers' energy needs.

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