Data center power demand will rise 160 to 165% by 2030 from 2023 levels.
Goldman Sachs
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As reported:Goldman Sachs Research forecasts a 160–165% increase in power demand (measured in capacity) by 2030 compared to 2023 levels.
- Made
- cited April 2026 7 months ago
- Target
- Dec 31, 2030 in 4 years (stated as "by 2030")
- Status
- Openin 4 years
- Source
- Global energy demands within the AI regulatory landscape (Brookings) Secondary: a report of what they said
- Topics
- Compute
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