Imagine training an AI model using clean, cheap electricity from massive solar and wind farms. That’s the game-changing idea behind why China’s green energy push matters for the AI race. Recently, Lauri Myllyvirta, lead analyst and co-founder of the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA), told CGTN that the real power of AI and renewables lies not in the gadgets or code, but in how they’re rolled out and turned into value.
Here’s the core logic 🤖🌱
- Deployment: Building wind farms and solar parks at scale gives China an edge on cost and capacity.
- Application: Powering data centers with renewable electricity cuts emissions and energy bills.
- Monetization: Turning clean-powered AI into services—from smart factories to finance tools—creates new revenue streams.
This year, China’s rapid rollout of green power infrastructure has helped it to slash the carbon footprint of its tech hubs. By running data centers on clean energy, companies can offer more sustainable AI solutions at competitive prices. It’s a strategy that not only supports global climate goals but also boosts China’s standing in the global tech market.
For young professionals and entrepreneurs in Latin America and beyond, this trend shows where the future is headed: green energy and AI are now inseparable partners. Keep an eye on how renewables fuel innovation—because the next big startup wave might just run on sunshine and wind! ✨
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
