Energy-efficient AI, battery storage systems, and renewed interest in nuclear have reshaped how data centers generate, consume, and manage energy. In 2025, data centers evolved from passive utility customers to active energy planners, investing in on-site generation, battery storage, and flexible. Data centers—facilities housing computer servers, storage systems, and networking equipment—currently account for approximately 1-2% of worldwide electricity consumption, translating to roughly 300-400 terawatt-hours (TWh) annually. This figure, already substantial, is poised for dramatic growth as. The global AI craze has given data centers yet another boost as all the helpful and unhelpful comments that ChatGPT, Gemini and other artificial intelligence tools generate are associated with a high level of computational power that these centers provide. However, when looking at projected global. Data centres are a vital infrastructure supporting our ever-growing use of cloud storage, social media, AI, streaming services and more. How much energy do data centres consume? According. Sultan Ennab is an experienced and versatile executive with a proven track record of driving growth through visionary leadership in product development, technology, and business strategy.