In 2022, data centers in China, the United States, and the European Union consumed approximately 500 terawatt-hours of electricity. By 2026, data centers in China will account for the largest electricity consumption, with an estimate of 300 terawatt-hours.
Estimated electricity demand from data centers worldwide in 2022, with a forecast for 2026, by global leader
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IEA. (2024). Estimated electricity demand from data centers worldwide in 2022, with a forecast for 2026, by global leader (in terawatt-hours). Statista. Statista Inc.. Accessed: February 17, 2025. https://www.statista.com/statistics/1462545/global-electricity-demand-from-data-centers-by-region-forecast/
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