The Critical Dependence of Digital Infrastructure on Energy Capacity
As digital growth accelerates, driven by nearshoring and the burgeoning digital economy, the demand for reliable and affordable energy to support technological expansion becomes increasingly crucial. According to the International Energy Agency, global data center electricity demand is projected to double by 2030, reaching 945 TWh—more than Japan’s current total electricity consumption.
Mexico’s Unique Position
Mexico has emerged as a leading destination for data center installations, fueled by nearshoring, connectivity improvements, and the expansion of the digital economy. This presents a unique opportunity: leveraging investments in technological infrastructure to expedite the energy transition, making each new data center a driver of digital innovation and an efficiency model.
Leveraging Artificial Intelligence for Energy Efficiency
Artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to play a pivotal role in enhancing data center efficiency. Technologies such as AI-driven agents, digital twins, and automation can support real-time decision-making to optimize IT operations and reduce energy consumption. The goal is to design systems capable of anticipating task energy requirements, identifying optimal execution times and locations based on network availability or electricity costs, and prioritizing workloads without compromising business outcomes.
International AI Integration Success Stories
Multiple international studies have demonstrated that integrating AI into data center management can decrease operational costs by up to 20% and reduce electricity-related emissions by over 30%. These experiences illustrate that digitalization’s potential extends beyond increasing computational capacity; it can also accelerate the transition to a more sustainable energy model, where technological innovation directly enables environmental sustainability.
Key Questions and Answers
- What is the main challenge facing digital growth? The critical dependence of digital infrastructure on reliable and affordable energy sources.
- Why is Mexico’s situation significant? Mexico has become a major hub for data centers, presenting an opportunity to integrate energy planning with digital expansion.
- How can AI contribute to more efficient data centers? By optimizing real-time decision-making for IT operations and reducing energy consumption.
- What are the benefits of integrating AI into data center management? Reduced operational costs and electricity-related emissions, while promoting sustainable energy models.
The forthcoming digital era must be built on resilient and sustainable principles. By successfully integrating energy planning with digital expansion, Mexico can establish itself as a global reference for balanced development. Collaboration among businesses, governments, and society will be essential to ensure technological competitiveness and a sustainable future for upcoming generations.
*CTO of AI Services at Dell Technologies Mexico
