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AI data centers demand new agreements on energy and resources
The hidden cost of infrastructure
In October 2026, the International Energy Agency published a study on integrating data centers into power systems, including concerns over prices, emissions and water use.
Data centers require electricity, equipment and, in some configurations, water, as well as connections to local grids. Growth plans must also consider energy planning and community impacts.
Understanding this development requires looking beyond headlines and isolated figures. Changes in technology, markets and behavior depend on implementation conditions and on how they affect people.
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