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AI's Energy Boom Tests Industry Growth Promises

Google's electricity use surged 140% from 2021 to 2025

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AI's Energy Boom Tests Industry Growth Promises

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Google's electricity consumption rose over 140% from 2021 to 2025, and new demand from big tech between 2022 and 2025 roughly equals twice New York City's annual usage, raising questions about AI's environmental and economic sustainability.

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