Global energy demand is experiencing unprecedented growth, with the boom in data centers, artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency being the main drivers. According to the latest report, the contribution of these three to electricity demand may double by 2026, posing a huge challenge to global energy reserves. The widespread application of artificial intelligence has exacerbated this trend, and its power consumption in large-scale applications is worrying. On the positive side, however, the rapid development of renewable energy offers hope in meeting this challenge.
According to a new report, the global data center, artificial intelligence and cryptocurrency sectors are likely to contribute significantly to electricity demand and may even double by 2026. This means global energy reserves will face major challenges. The report also highlights that the widespread use of artificial intelligence in large-scale applications may significantly increase power consumption. Meanwhile, renewable energy is expected to account for more than a third of global energy supply by 2025, and low-carbon energy sources will account for nearly half of global electricity generation.
Facing the growing energy demand, the rapid development of renewable energy provides an important way to alleviate power pressure. Future energy strategies need to actively promote the use of sustainable energy while developing emerging technologies in order to balance the relationship between development and environmental protection. This requires coordinated global efforts to jointly address this severe challenge.