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Can India Meet the Power Demand for AI Data Centres by 2030?
OutlookIndia
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2m ago
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India's AI data centre demand is expected to require 40-50 TWH of additional electricity by 2030, prompting concerns about sustainability. Deloitte’s report stresses significant investments and policy interventions to position India as an AI hub, estimating a $360 billion investment for the 47 GW data centre pipeline. While India's AI market is projected to grow significantly by 2027, balancing AI growth with environmental responsibility is crucial to achieving the nation’s long-term sustainability goals.
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Govt readying plan to ensure AI, data centres get enough power
YourStory
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8m ago
Medial
India's government aims to strengthen the country's digital ecosystem by focusing on data centres and AI compute facilities. The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) is looking to make the infrastructure more resilient and ensure sufficient power supply for data centres and AI applications. India's data centre operational capacity is projected to reach 2000-2100 MW by 2027, according to ICRA. The ministry is also exploring the possibility of incentivizing green power for these facilities. Globally, tech giants like Google, Microsoft, and Amazon are securing contracts for nuclear power supply to meet the growing power demands of data centres.
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Google to buy power for AI needs from small modular nuclear reactor company Kairos
Economic Times
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9m ago
Medial
Google has signed an agreement with Kairos Power to purchase power from multiple small modular reactors (SMRs) in order to meet the electricity demand for artificial intelligence. The companies aim to bring the first SMR online by 2030, with additional deployments planned through 2035. Google will buy a total of 500 megawatts of power from six to seven reactors. Other technology firms, such as Amazon and Microsoft, have also made agreements with nuclear power companies this year due to the increasing power demand from AI. The US data center power use is expected to triple by 2030.
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Top companies back move to set up open cloud compute network
Economic Times
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1y ago
Medial
A digital public infrastructure (DPI) is being developed in India, aiming to create a network of interoperable data centres. Major cloud company Oracle and AI infrastructure firm Neev Cloud have given approval to join the network. The initiative, called People+Ai, is addressing the increasing demand for compute power in the country, particularly with the rise of AI applications. The Open Cloud Compute (OCC) project aims to create an open network where customers can find micro data centres, new players can build them, and investors can get involved. The network is set to serve both domestic and global customers.
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Hyperscale data centres promise to transform computing in the age of AI
Economic Times
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7m ago
Medial
Hyperscale data centres are transforming computing with their ability to meet the vast needs of AI-driven workloads through massive scale, efficiency, and automation. Unlike traditional centres, they offer unparalleled processing power and storage, enabling seamless service delivery to millions. These centres rely on AI for resource management, optimizing power, cooling, and workload distribution. AI enhances efficiency, reliability, and security through predictive maintenance and performance monitoring, ensuring data integrity and adapting quickly to evolving threats.
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Trump’s attacks on green energy are big trouble for data centers, AI
Arstechnica
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3m ago
Medial
The Trump administration's crackdown on renewable energy could negatively impact data centers' growth, AI development, and the ability to meet power demands, industry experts warn. The suspension of clean energy projects increases reliance on fossil fuels, raising costs and potentially slowing technological progress. This policy shift might undermine the U.S.'s position in the global AI race, as data centers demand significant power increases by 2030. The tech industry advocates for maintaining renewable energy expansion to prevent setbacks.
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AI surge to double data centre electricity demand by 2030: IEA
Economic Times
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4m ago
Medial
The International Energy Agency (IEA) reports that data centers' electricity consumption will more than double by 2030, driven by artificial intelligence (AI) applications. AI's substantial computing power demands challenge energy security and CO2 reduction goals. Currently, data centers represent 1.5% of global electricity usage, projected to reach 3% by 2030. Big tech firms are increasingly seeking alternative energy sources, including nuclear power, to meet needs. AI offers opportunities to enhance energy efficiency while increasing consumption.
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US utilities signal booming demand from data centers as AI takes root
Economic Times
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12m ago
Medial
US utilities are signing power supply agreements with data center operators to meet the increasing demand for electricity in the booming artificial intelligence industry. Goldman Sachs predicts that data centers will account for 8% of US power generation by 2030, compared to 3% in 2022. Among the recent announcements, Ameren signed a deal to supply 250 MW of power to a data center, while Alliant Energy and Exelon also secured undisclosed agreements. American Electric Power signed letters of intent to power an additional 15 GW of data centers, and Xcel Energy will supply power to Meta Platforms' new data center in Minnesota.
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Govt may revive old data centre policy with AI and ML sops
Economic Times
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11m ago
Medial
The Indian government is considering reviving its 2020 draft of the data centre policy to meet the growing demands of the industry. The policy may include granting infrastructure status to data centres, as well as additional incentives for setting up advanced AI and ML data centres. The government estimates that the investment opportunity in data centres could reach $6-7 billion by 2026. To manage costs, the policy may propose dedicated zones with tax breaks, and explore options for uninterrupted power supply. The 2020 draft also suggested simplified clearances and incentives for using locally manufactured IT hardware.
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CtrlS Datacenters to raise $300 million amid AI-fuelled race for digital infra
Livemint
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1y ago
Medial
Hyderabad-based CtrlS Datacenters plans to raise $300m in debt to expand its data centres across India, driven by anticipated demand for artificial intelligence. The company also aims to raise $2bn in the next five years to fuel a 350 MW expansion, including its entry into Southeast Asia and West Asia. CtrlS Datacenters currently has 12 data centres in India, with a total 234 MW capacity. The rise in deployment of AI and generative AI in enterprises is expected to increase the computing capacity required and the demand for data centres.
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Nordics' efficient energy infrastructure ideal for Microsoft's data centre expansion
Economic Times
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5m ago
Medial
Microsoft is adapting its data center strategy, prioritizing power availability over demand, focusing on emission-free capacities to support AI. The Nordic region, with abundant renewable energy, is ideal for this expansion. Microsoft aims for carbon negativity by 2030 and is developing data centers in Finland, utilizing waste heat for local heating. This shift is part of their "power first" approach, linking investment decisions to affordable, emission-free power sources.
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