Infrastructure

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A futuristic data center's glowing servers and crackling power lines strain an older power grid under a stormy sky, symbolizing AI's immense energy demands.

The AI Revolution Is Draining Our Power Grids, and No One Has a Plan

The escalating energy demands of AI data centers are a clear and present threat to our global power grids, revealing a startling lack of a coherent plan. Our aging infrastructure is struggling to handle the voracious appetite of the future we’re so desperate to create.

Theo Ashford·April 7, 2026

A diverse urban community thriving with cultural activities, showcasing street art, music, and markets integrated with architecture, symbolizing culture as vital infrastructure.

Culture

What Is Culture as Infrastructure? A Guide to How Arts Build Communities

Discover how 'culture as infrastructure' redefines community building, treating arts and heritage as vital public assets. This guide explores its meaning, components, and profound benefits for social and economic health.

Elise Marrow·April 4, 2026