New AI Data Center Capacity To Add: 125 Incremental Gigawatts by 2030
Edited By WION Video Desk
Published: Apr 26, 2026, 17:38 IST | Updated: Apr 26, 2026, 17:38 IST
The global AI investment cycle is accelerating rapidly, driving an unprecedented expansion in data center capacity. Experts estimate that by 2030, new AI infrastructure could require power equivalent to around 125 nuclear reactors, highlighting the massive energy footprint of the digital revolution. As companies race to scale AI capabilities, concerns are growing over electricity demand, sustainability, and how nations will balance innovation with energy security.
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