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Michael Thomas

Coverage of Michael Thomas in the Nexus archive.

Earliest in view: Apr 3 · 09:00 UTCMost recent: Jul 28 · 09:15 UTC
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  • TECHNOLOGYJul 28 · 09:15 UTCAXIOS
    UN's renewable-powered AI goal meets physical reality

    The United Nations has called for all data centers to be powered by renewable energy by 2030, but energy analysts argue the goal would require rapid global power-sector changes beyond current plans. Electricity demand for data centers is projected to double in four years, with renewables set to grow faster than other energy sources despite ongoing reliance on fossil fuels.

  • BUSINESSApr 3 · 09:00 UTCAXIOS
    AI boom drives clash between grid power vs. energy "islands"

    The AI boom is creating a debate over whether data centers should connect to the grid or operate as energy 'islands.' Chevron's planned natural gas plant for a Microsoft data center in Texas highlights the growing trend of on-site power, with projections suggesting 30-50% of data center capacity may shift to off-grid solutions. Industry experts argue both grid integration and islanding have trade-offs in cost, speed, and reliability.