Artificial intelligence is transforming business and society at lightning speed. But society is not ready for the electricity demands AI is creating. Data centers are projected to more than double their electricity use by 2030, according to the International Energy Agency, yet renewable energy and batteries alone cannot meet the 24/7, high-density demand of next-generation AI workloads. The consequences are stark. Companies, government agencies and communities that fail to secure reliable, carbon-free power will face higher costs, slower growth and strategic disadvantages. Those that lock in energy supply now will gain a decisive edge by taking the following actions.

Full opinion : AI is outpacing America’s power grid. Nuclear must become a national priority.