China to spend $3.9T on grid through 2049 to power AI

Bloomberg reports China is building out its power grid at a cost of $3.9T through 2049 to channel excess wind and solar energy into AI computing. About 9% of renewable output was wasted in 2026.

• China's grid buildout will total $3.9T through 2049
• About 9% of renewable output was wasted in 2026
• Goal is to direct surplus energy to AI computing