美国的人工智能增长正在限制电网,由于数据中心的速度超过能源基础设施,有可能出现短缺。
U.S. AI growth is straining power grids, risking shortages as data centers outpace energy infrastructure.
美国科技公司正面临能源紧缩,因为人工智能的快速增长会给电力基础设施带来压力。
U.S. tech companies are confronting an energy crunch as rapid AI growth strains power infrastructure.
到2030年,数据中心可以使用全国电力的7-12%,但缓慢的电网扩张和高压线延迟正在阻碍建设。
Data centers could use 7–12% of national electricity by 2030, but slow grid expansion and high-voltage line delays are hindering construction.
公用事业面临大量需求,促使公司寻找快速解决方案,如旧涡轮机和小型核反应堆,甚至缩小气候目标,以确保可靠的电力。
Utilities face massive demand, prompting firms to seek quick solutions like used turbines and small nuclear reactors, even scaling back climate targets to ensure reliable power.