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U.S.: Elon Musk announces the energy “apocalypse”

Musk pointed out that artificial intelligence is growing at an unprecedented pace, with projections indicating that it could multiply tenfold every six months.

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Elon Musk, the renowned tech magnate, has raised a red flag over a potential global energy crisis, driven by the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence (AI) and electric vehicles (EVs). During his keynote at the Bosch Connected World 2024 conference, Musk highlighted the growing demand for electricity and emphasized the urgent need to focus on clean energy generation and the production of electrical transformers, key elements to sustain the technological revolution shaping the planet’s future.

Musk pointed out that artificial intelligence is growing at an unprecedented pace, with projections indicating that it could multiply tenfold every six months. However, the magnate warned that this expansion rate is unsustainable in the long term. Despite the chip shortage seeming to be a thing of the past, Musk cautioned that the massive energy consumption of emerging technologies could lead to cuts in electricity and transformer supply in the short term. “I’ve never seen a technology move this fast,” he stated, acknowledging that the growth of AI and EVs could overwhelm the available energy infrastructure.

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In his speech, Musk warned that the next major bottleneck could be the “availability of electricity,” predicting that shortages could occur as soon as this year. He explained that the simultaneous growth of electric vehicles and AI, both energy-intensive consumers, could overwhelm power grids unless substantial investments are made in infrastructure. “Transformers are needed to power transformers,” he noted, highlighting the delicate interdependence between technologies and energy infrastructure.

Musk’s warning comes at a critical time, as the United States already faces challenges with its power grid, strained by the rapid increase in electricity demand driven by the rise of AI, data centers, and cryptocurrency mining. Regions like Northern Virginia and Texas are facing energy shortages, with Northern Virginia requiring the equivalent of several nuclear power plants to meet its growing needs. Moreover, major tech companies like Amazon, Apple, Google, Meta, and Microsoft are rapidly expanding their data centers, further increasing pressure on power grids.

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The rise of AI and EVs is creating an urgent need for a more robust and sustainable energy infrastructure. However, even renewable energy sources are being threatened by the high energy consumption of new data centers and electric storage facilities. This situation raises serious questions about countries’ ability to effectively transition to cleaner energy sources while meeting technological demands without compromising climate goals.

Musk’s warning underscores the urgent need for innovations in the energy sector. As AI and electric vehicles continue to expand, the energy crisis Musk predicts could become a near-future reality. It is imperative that nations invest in sustainable solutions to ensure that the technological future is not compromised by inadequate energy infrastructure.

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