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AI's power demand is surging: Who pays the cost?

Data centers could account for roughly 20% of U.S. electricity consumption by 2030, according to a new Bloomberg report, as surging energy demand from AI adoption becomes a major focus for utilities, businesses, and consumers. Buzz Solutions co-founder and CEO Kaitlyn Albertoli discussed with Julie Hyman what is driving the spike and who is likely to foot the bill.

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AI's power demand is surging: Who pays the cost?
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As AI adoption accelerates, surging energy demand from data centers is becoming a major focus for utilities, businesses, and consumers. According to a new Bloomberg report, data centers could account for roughly 20% of U.S. electricity consumption by 2030. Buzz Solutions co-founder and CEO Kaitlyn Albertoli joins Julie Hymanto discuss what's driving the spike in power demand and who is likely to foot the bill.

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