Government does not know exactly how much power data centers use

Data centers are taking up more and more space in Denmark, partly because they power the AI many of us use every day.

But according to the minister himself, there is great uncertainty about how much power they actually draw. In other words, the government's own figures do not quite hold water.

Experts believe politicians should place far greater demands on the industry so that we get a more accurate picture of consumption.

For you as an individual or business, this means nothing right here and now: there are no new rules or prices coming tomorrow.

But it is worth keeping an eye on: if data centers are later required to report more openly, it could eventually affect both electricity prices and the debate about how much AI is 'allowed' to cost in climate terms.

Takeaway: No reason to act now. Follow along if concrete bills or requirements for the industry emerge: that is when it becomes truly relevant.