Forecasts reveal effect of data centre rush on electricity grid
24-08-2026 20:41 via abc.net.au

Forecasts reveal effect of data centre rush on electricity grid

The rush of AI data centres is expected to put a larger burden on the electricity grid than previously estimated, with projects in development more than doubling in a year.
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