Global data center electricity consumption is projected to rise significantly due to AI servers. By 2027, AI-optimized hardware is expected to surpass conventional servers in power usage for the first time. This surge is driven by an anticipated 84% increase in AI server power draw from 2025 to 2026, reaching 175 TWh, and further climbing to 258 TWh by 2027, according to Gartner. AI
IMPACT AI's escalating power demands will necessitate substantial upgrades to data center infrastructure and energy sourcing strategies.
RANK_REASON Forecast of significant infrastructure impact from AI growth. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.7]
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