ai data centers turn to jet engines as power wait grows

some ai data centers are turning to converted jet engines for power due to long wait times for grid connections and new turbines. companies like elon musk's xai and openai are using these engines, which can be up and running in 24 months, compared to 7 years for grid connections in some areas. however, these engines are less efficient and pollute more than traditional turbines, and may be a short-term solution.