AI Infrastructure

Impact of AI on Electricity Prices in 2026: Will Data Centers Make Power More Expensive?

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Impact of AI on electricity prices as data centers increase power demand

According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), global data-center electricity consumption is set to roughly double from around 415–485 TWh in 2024–2025 to approximately 945–950 TWh by 2030.

Impact of AI on Copper Prices in 2026: How Data Centers Are Driving Global Demand

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Impact of AI on copper prices as data centers increase copper demand

In August 2026, LME copper traded around $14,343 per metric ton, close to its record high of $14,527.50, highlighting just how important the copper market has become.