Datacenter Providers Are Leading a Renaissance of Alternative Energy Led by Nuclear
This IDC Market Perspective looks at datacenter providers’ demand for alternative energy sources. The datacenter industry‘s growing energy demands, driven by AI and cloud computing advancements, are pushing for a shift toward alternative energy sources. While renewable options like wind and solar are popular, their limitations have led to increased interest in nuclear power, particularly small modular reactors (SMRs), for their scalability and low carbon emissions. Major tech companies are investing in nuclear and other clean energy solutions to balance sustainability goals with operational growth, ensuring a resilient and sustainable energy future.“Nuclear energy is emerging as the favored energy source in the datacenter industry‘s quest for sustainable, reliable power amid growing AI and digital demands,“ said Sean Graham, research director, Cloud to Edge Datacenter Trends at IDC.
Executive Snapshot
New Market Developments and Dynamics
Introduction
Industry Dynamics
Defining Alternative Energy, Renewable Energy, and Clean Energy
Clean and Renewable
Renewable Only
Clean Only
The Unique Case of Hydrogen
Industry Trends and Examples
Notable Alternative Energy Announcements
Nuclear
Other Alternative Energy Announcements
Advice for the Datacenter Operator
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