AI systems may consume 100x the power they need, warns infrastructure analyst
DavidLinthicum · x · 2026-10-05
David Linthicum argues that many current AI and cloud systems are under-optimized, consuming up to 100x the power they actually need. Building AI infrastructure without planning for power availability and grid interconnection delays poses a major risk, he says, urging the industry to prioritize energy efficiency and power planning.
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