Driven by AI’s huge thirst for energy, China is moving data hubs to the desert and testing virtual power plants to synchronize digital growth with green energy

Driven by AI’s huge thirst for energy, China is moving data hubs to the desert and testing virtual power plants to synchronize digital growth with green energy

Beijing wants renewables to supply four-fifths of its AI data centres’ power by 2030. Forecasting and grid risk are getting in the way.