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Power Hungry: Data Centre Energy Use Set to Skyrocket

AEMO says data-centre growth will lift electricity use to 13% by 2035 as 225 projects move through development.

Artificial intelligence is set to make a major impact on Australia's electricity network, with a report warning about soaring demand from data centres.

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Sydney Morning HeraldSydney Morning Herald
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Data centre pipeline doubles as national power use to rise

The number of Australian data centres in development has doubled since 2025, as the energy market operator assesses whether there is enough electricity to meet demand.

·North Sydney, Australia
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Sydney Morning Herald broke the news in North Sydney, Australia on Monday, August 24, 2026.
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