The 2026 predictions focus on the continued growth of the industry and related challenges, while also recognizing AI as a powerful, transformative accelerant to growth. “Critical digital infrastructure continues to expand strongly,” said Andy Lawrence, Executive Director of Research, Uptime Institute. – The projected 75-125 GW growth in global data center power demand through 2030 will drive greater reliance on gas turbines for primary power. But customers and investors are unlikely to tolerate increased risks and threats to availability – nor are grid operators or operators. But customers and investors are unlikely to tolerate increased risks and threats to availability – nor are grid operators or operators.

Source: GNN Liberia January 13, 2026 11:41 UTC