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Biden Signs Executive Order to Boost AI Infrastructure, Addressing 5GW Power Needs by 2028

Jan 16, 2025, 10:42 AM

President Joe Biden has signed an executive order aimed at bolstering the United States' artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure. The directive includes provisions for federal agencies to lease federal land to private companies for the construction of AI data centers and clean energy facilities. This move seeks to address the growing energy demands of advanced AI operations, which could require up to 5 gigawatts of power by 2028 and consume up to 12% of U.S. electricity by that time. The order emphasizes the use of renewable energy sources and aims to streamline the permitting process for these facilities. Additionally, the initiative includes measures to enhance national security and economic competitiveness while ensuring responsible development of AI technologies. The executive order also prioritizes the use of U.S.-made semiconductors in the construction of these facilities, aligning with broader efforts to strengthen the domestic tech industry.