Source: International Business Times
Brandon Bell/Getty Images The race to build the infrastructure needed to support artificial intelligence is accelerating across the United States, with a new investigation suggesting that many of the power plants fueling that boom are being approved with little scrutiny. An investigation published by Reuters found that dozens of large natural gas power plants designed exclusively for data centers are moving through permitting processes at unprecedented speed, often avoiding the lengthy environmental reviews and public hearings traditionally associated with major energy projects. Read moreMost Countries Perceive China As Leading The AI Race Over US: PollNvidia Plans Massive $20 Billion Debt Offering to Fuel AI ExpansionThe facilities are part of a growing trend toward "off-grid" power generation, allowing tech giants to secure dedicated electricity supplies to meet increased demand for AI infrastructure.
