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Artificial intelligence, particularly large language models, requires enormous computing power. This means even more energy-intensive data centres are needed to train and run AI systems. The rapid growth of AI could significantly accelerate the demand for electricity, intensifying the challenges Ofgem is currently highlighting for the UK grid.
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