The Consumption of Energy by Data Centres Implications for the Global South

2026

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1) This report examines the significant energy consumption of data centers and its disproportionate impact on the Global South, highlighting the need for equitable distribution of resources and emissions.
2) * Analyzes the drivers of data center investment and their geographical concentration, particularly in the Global North.
* Discusses the implications of data sovereignty and data protection laws on data center location and potential overcapacity.
* Evaluates the energy demand from data centers, including manufacturing, AI training, and operations, and their emissions footprint.
3) Data Centers, Energy Consumption, Global South, Artificial Intelligence, Climate Change

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