Tuesday, 23 December, 2025
Mexico’s AI and Data Center Surge Sparks Rise in Dirty Energy Consumption
Mexico's rapidly growing data center industry, driven by the global AI boom, is increasingly relying on fossil fuels to meet soaring electricity demands. As tech giants expand infrastructure, the strain on the national power grid has forced a shift back to "dirty" energy sources like coal and fuel oil. This trend raises significant environmental concerns, threatening Mexico’s climate goals and highlighting the urgent need for sustainable energy investments.
Read full story at Economic Times