Japan forecasts a 35-50% rise in electricity output by 2050 due to AI-backed data centers and chip factories, necessitating large-scale investments in power sources.
Japan forecasts a 35-50% rise in electricity output by 2050 due to increased demand from AI-backed data centres and chip factories. Power output is expected to grow from 1 trillion kWh projected for the current decade to 1.35-1.5 trillion kWh by 2050, necessitating large-scale investments in power sources. Japan's government aims to finalize a new strategy on decarbonisation and industrial policy by the end of March, highlighting the need for increased renewable energy to ensure stable power supply.
May 14, 2024
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