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Cloud Without Carbon: Japan’s Journey to Net-Zero Data Centers

Data centers keep our world running. They power the cloud, AI, e-commerce, and real-time analytics. This digital engine room uses a lot of energy, mostly from fossil fuels. According to the International Energy Agency (IEA), data centers globally consumed about 460 terawatt-hours (TWh) of electricity in 2022, representing nearly 2% of total global electricity use, with projections rapidly increasing due to AI and cloud adoption. Japan must balance its tech goals with environmental and resource limits. A sustainable digital future isn’t just good; it’s essential. The path to 'Cloud Without Carbon', net-zero data centers, showcases unique Japanese creativity. It offers important lessons for global business leaders tackling their sustainability goals. The Imperative of Why Japan Must Lead Japan faces a confluence of pressures driving this transformation. Energy security is a…