OpenAI has issued a statement urging the White House to significantly increase investment in power capacity to ensure the United States maintains its lead over China in the artificial intelligence (AI) field. As the company plans a series of large-scale infrastructure expansion projects, the issue of power supply tension has become more prominent.
Sam Altman, CEO of OpenAI, stated during an interview at the "Stargate" AI data center in Abilene, Texas, that building AI infrastructure not only requires powerful computing capabilities but also stable and sufficient power supply. He emphasized that electricity is a strategic asset, crucial for maintaining the United States' leadership in this future technology field.
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According to a report submitted by OpenAI to the Office of Science and Technology Policy at the White House, the company recommends that the United States add 100 gigawatts of power capacity annually. For example, 10 gigawatts of power is roughly equivalent to the annual electricity consumption of 8 million American households. OpenAI mentioned that China added 429 gigawatts of power capacity last year, while the United States added only 51 gigawatts, a significant gap that could put the U.S. at risk of an "electricity gap" in technological competition.
OpenAI pointed out, "Electricity is the new oil," and they have already signed data center expansion agreements with multiple partners to try to break through the current power supply bottleneck. With the sharp increase in AI demand, the U.S. power grid is facing a severe test. Industry insiders believe that the construction of power infrastructure will become an important indicator of future technological competitiveness.
OpenAI urges the U.S. government to take immediate action to greatly expand power infrastructure, ensuring the long-term development and global competitiveness of the domestic AI industry. If no proactive measures are taken, the U.S. AI industry may face greater challenges, affecting the country's technological leadership position.
Key points:
🌟 OpenAI calls on the U.S. government to add 100 gigawatts of power capacity annually to support AI infrastructure development.
⚡ China added 429 gigawatts of power capacity last year, while the U.S. added only 51 gigawatts, showing a significant gap.
🔌 Power supply is seen as a key factor in ensuring the U.S. maintains its leading position in the field of artificial intelligence.
