OR global demand for electricity expected to rise rapidly in the coming years as a result of its rapid growth Artificial Intelligence (AI) and increasing computing data analysis needs. The latest findings presented in the context of the conference 2025 Global Energy Interconnection Conference In Beijing, they highlight the important role of technological developments in electrical consumption.

Items come from specialized study Global Electricity Development and Transition Report 2025 of the organization Global Energy Interconnection Development and Cooperation Organization (Geidco)which organized the International Energy Conference.

The contribution of artificial intelligence to increasing consumption

The increased use of applications AI leads to an impressive rise of electricity consumption, mainly from the global Data Analysis Centers. As early as 2010, the computational power of sophisticated servers, utilized in the development of artificial intelligence, has quadrupled compared to the previous decade.

Based on reporting, the initial phase of rapid rise to consumption will give way to a period of stabilization, as technological evolution and improve the energy efficiency of computing systems will reduce further increases. As noted in the study, this stabilization is expected to rely on new computer innovations and more efficient energy management solutions.