US President Joe Biden has initiated measures to foster the development of AI infrastructure within the country, enhancing security and enabling new technology utilization.
Advancing AI in the US
The White House described AI technology as a game-changer across sectors such as healthcare, transportation, and education. "AI is too important to be offshore," stated the release. The order gives the Department of Defense and the Department of Energy authority to lease federal land for gigawatt-sized AI data centers.
Conditions for Developers
Companies utilizing federal lands are required to cover all costs associated with building and operating AI infrastructure, and ensure connection to clean energy resources. Agencies must expedite permitting processes, while the Department of Defense will conduct environmental analyses. Developers are required to pay prevailing wages and source local semiconductors.
Ensuring Sustainable Development
Companies working in the sector are obliged to adhere to US regulations. There are plans to examine the impact of AI data centers on electricity prices. IT giants like Google and Microsoft explore alternative energy sources to mitigate environmental impact.
President Biden's order aims to develop national AI infrastructure, which should bolster economic growth and technological advancement in the US.
