How much energy do data centers and artificial intelligence use?
Data centers account for approximately 1.5% of global electricity consumption, with demand concentrated in specific regions. The rapid adoption of artificial intelligence raises concerns about its increasing energy demand and potential environmental impacts.
ourworldindata.org
11 min
7/23/2026
How much energy do data centers and artificial intelligence use?
Data centers account for approximately 1.5% of global electricity consumption, with demand concentrated in specific regions. The rapid adoption of artificial intelligence raises concerns about its increasing energy demand and potential environmental impacts.
ourworldindata.org
11 min
7/23/2026
How much energy do data centers and artificial intelligence use?
Data centers account for approximately 1.5% of global electricity consumption, with demand concentrated in specific regions. The rapid adoption of artificial intelligence raises concerns about its increasing energy demand and potential environmental impacts.
ourworldindata.org
11 min
7/23/2026
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