Decarbonization Challenges
Brian highlights the unexpected challenges faced by tech companies in their pursuit of ambitious climate goals, noting that many original forecasts failed to account for disruptions like the pandemic and supply chain issues. While companies are committed to their targets, there's a growing recognition that achieving them by 2030 may not be feasible. Additionally, utilities are adjusting their strategies, including extending the life of fossil fuel assets, to meet peak demand.In this clip
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Catalyst with Shayle Kann
Under the hood of data center power demand
Related Questions
Are we doing enough to address climate change based on the episodes Rapid Response: How to decarbonize your business, w/John Doerr, partner at Kleiner Perkins and Climate Commitments Unveiled?
What about the data centers and power needed for AI as discussed in the episode Jason Bordoff - Shale, Solar, and Global Energy Futures and the clip Data Centers and Energy?
With tech companies increasingly expected to 'bring their own power,' what does this say or imply about the future of energy?