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flag Global AI industry's electricity consumption may surpass Bitcoin and nations, study suggests.

flag By late 2025, the global AI industry could consume more electricity than Bitcoin mining and entire countries, according to new research. flag AI's energy use is projected to soar, potentially doubling data centers' electricity consumption within two years. flag The rapid growth in generative AI has spurred a boom in data center construction and hardware production, with each AI accelerator consuming up to 700 watts continuously. flag This escalating energy demand raises concerns about power grid reshaping and environmental impact, despite potential energy savings in sectors like transport through innovations like autonomous vehicles.

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