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Google bets on nuclear power to drive AI expansion

Network World

Google has signed its first corporate deal to purchase power from multiple small modular reactors (SMRs) to meet the energy needs of its AI systems, marking a key step as AI companies shift toward nuclear power. This move comes as other major tech companies are also exploring nuclear power as a sustainable energy source.

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Data center growth puts unprecedented pressure on power grids

Network World

According to a report released this week by Bloom Energy, US data centers will need 55 gigawatts of new power capacity within the next five years. Data center builds typically have timelines of 18 to 24 months, gas and renewable power plans have timelines of three to five years, and new transmission development can take seven to ten years.

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Coforge and Salesforce launch new offering to accelerate net zero goals

Network World

Digital services and solutions provider Coforge and Salesforce have collaborated to launch Coforge ENZO, a net-zero offering. Coforge ENZO combines the knowledge and expertise of Salesforce’s Net Zero Cloud with Coforge’s project execution expertise.

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Data center vacancies hit historic lows despite record construction

Network World

Atlanta was the top growing primary market in 2024, with net new capacity of 705.8 This was the first time any market surpassed Northern Virginia in annual net absorption. Power will remain the number one priority for selection of greenfield development sites. year-over-year to $184.06 per kilowatt (kW). MW of new capacity.

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As global AI energy usage mounts, Nvidia claims efficiency gains of up to 100,000X

Network World

As concerns over AI energy consumption ratchet up, chip maker Nvidia is defending what it calls a steadfast commitment to sustainability. Google, meanwhile, has been making progress with geothermal energy in Nevada. However, we should be “dismayed” at the pace of these developments, he pointed out. watt-hours, compared to 0.3

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Salesforce plans generative AI boost for ESG reporting with Net Zero Cloud

CIO Business Intelligence

Generative AI will soon be everywhere — including in Salesforce’s Net Zero Cloud environmental, social, and governance (ESG) reporting tool. Net Zero Cloud uses data held within the Salesforce platform to help enterprises report on their carbon footprint and manage other social and governance metrics.

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2025 Middle East tech trends: How CIOs will drive innovation with AI

CIO Business Intelligence

Data sovereignty and the development of local cloud infrastructure will remain top priorities in the region, driven by national strategies aimed at ensuring data security and compliance. With IoT integration, cities will become more efficient, optimizing everything from traffic management to energy consumption and waste reduction.

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