EU proposes energy and water ratings for data centers from 2027
- —The rating will cover each data center with installed capacity above 500 kW
- —EU data center power use may rise from 68 TWh in 2024 to 114–115 TWh by 2030
- —The EU aims to triple its data center capacity within five to seven years
- —Labels set no minimum requirements yet; the delegated act faces a two-month review
Why it matters: Surging AI data center demand could strain power grids and electricity prices, indirectly affecting mining and other energy-intensive crypto operations.
Source: DiarioBitcoin
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