AI’s Hidden Energy Crisis & the Push for Nuclear: The Next Big Energy Challenge

The energy crisis is evolving—AI’s demands and nuclear’s comeback are reshaping the landscape. Here’s what you need to know.

In last week's edition, we explored how global energy markets and emissions are being reshaped by industrial shifts and renewable energy instability. This week, we turn our attention to the energy crisis within the AI boom and how nuclear power is now making a comeback as a key player in tackling future energy demands.

1. AI’s Energy Problem: What They’re Not Telling You

• AI models like ChatGPT, Grok, and Stable Diffusion are consuming massive amounts of energy, equivalent to entire cities.

• 7.62 times more emissions are being produced by AI data centers than reported by tech giants like Google, Microsoft, Meta, and Apple.

• Why? These companies use renewable energy certificates to offset emissions rather than implementing real low-carbon solutions, hiding the true environmental cost.

💡 Takeaway: AI may be revolutionizing tech, but its energy consumption is a hidden crisis. As AI grows, expect power demands to skyrocket, putting more pressure on global energy grids.