Data center energy demand forecasted to soar nearly 300% through 2035

Published: 3 days ago (December 1, 2025 at 02:08 PM EST)

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Source: TechCrunch

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New planned data centers promise to consume even more energy than expected.
A grid monitor is blaming such growth for high electricity prices.

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