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One of the critical discussions surrounding Project Stargate is its energy consumption. Data centers traditionally require vast amounts of power, often on the order of gigawatts. In fact, it’s estimated that data centers can account for a significant portion of the energy demand in the U.S. by 2035.
Project Stargate aims to tackle these challenges head-on. It proposes solutions like a closed-loop cooling system to reuse water efficiently, potentially set to alleviate concerns about local water resources. However, this development does open the door to questions of sustainability, particularly as the demand for energy continues to rise amid the urgency of climate commitments from major tech firms.