South Korean experts urge government to overhaul power plan as AI and chip demand surges
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South Korean energy experts are urging the government to completely redraw its national power supply plan, warning that electricity demand from AI data centers and semiconductor fabrication plants will far exceed earlier official forecasts. The government has announced plans for 18.4 GW of AI data centers and four chip fabs requiring 6.3 GW of power, but experts believe these figures underestimate actual future needs. The call comes as South Korea pursues major investments in AI, semiconductors, and advanced industries while preparing a new national power plan.
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The government has announced plans for 18.4 gigawatts of AI data centers and four semiconductor fabrication plants requiring 6.3 gigawatts of power
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