Summary: This MIT Sloan piece examines the high energy costs associated with AI-driven data centres and surveys potential solutions to mitigate these costs. It explains that advanced cooling technologies, architectural innovations, and operational optimizations can significantly reduce energy consumption. The article also discusses the role of AI itself in improving energy efficiency — using predictive analytics and automated controls to optimize power usage — and emphasizes the importance of sustainable data-centre design for long-term growth.

Source: https://mitsloan.mit.edu/ideas-made-to-matter/ai-has-high-data-center-energy-costs-there-are-solutions