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AI and high-density computing are accelerating data centre power needs

Anthony Capkun July 24, 2025 5 min read
Electrical Business
AI and high-density computing are accelerating data centre power needs
AI Article Summary

The article discusses the increasing power demands in data centers driven by AI and high-density computing as outlined in Eaton's white paper. Data centers are facing challenges in optimizing space, energy, power, and cooling, while also achieving sustainability goals. The white paper projects a significant rise in energy consumption by data centers due to AI workloads, highlighting the need for renewable energy, improved energy storage, and grid upgrades. Electrical engineers and contractors are essential in designing power infrastructure to help meet these goals.