POWER Magazine•26 days ago
How AI Use Cases from Other Sectors Can Transform Utilities
Key Takeaway
The AI boom will drastically increase electricity demand, forcing utilities to modernize and integrate DERs, creating both challenges and significant opportunities for developers and large power consumers.
AI Summary
- •The AI boom is projected to cause a "drastic surge" in electricity demand, primarily driven by large loads like datacenters.
- •Utilities face "unprecedented pressure" to modernize grids, integrate distributed energy resources (DERs), and manage supply chain/customer costs due to this demand surge.
- •This creates significant opportunities for developers in new generation (especially DERs) and grid infrastructure, while large loads must secure reliable and cost-effective power.
Topics
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Article Content
The AI boom is poised to fuel a rapid—and drastic—surge in electricity demand, placing unprecedented pressure on utilities to modernize their grids, integrate distributed energy resources, and reduce mounting supply chain and customer costs. The post How AI Use Cases from Other Sectors Can Transform Utilities appeared first on POWER Magazine .