The AI Gold Rush Needs Energy: 3 Stocks That Could Benefit Most

Core Insights - AI data centers in the U.S. may require an additional 60 gigawatts (GW) of power capacity by 2030, comparable to Italy's peak power demand [1] Energy Sector Opportunities - The need for increased power generation capacity due to AI data centers presents growth opportunities for the energy sector [2] Brookfield Renewable - Brookfield Renewable is a leading global renewable energy producer with a diverse portfolio including hydro, wind, solar, and energy storage [4] - The company has secured significant power purchase agreements (PPAs) with major tech firms, including a 10.5 GW agreement with Microsoft and a 3 GW hydropower agreement with Google, generating over $3 billion in revenue [5] - Brookfield expects to grow its funds from operations (FFO) per share at over 10% annually through 2030, allowing for a 5% to 9% annual increase in its nearly 4% yielding dividend [6] NextEra Energy - NextEra Energy is the largest electric utility in the U.S. and a major player in wind and solar energy production [7] - The company has formed strategic partnerships with Google, including a 25-year PPA for the Duane Arnold Energy Center and a collaboration to develop AI-focused data center campuses [8] - NextEra has also signed multiple agreements with Meta Platforms totaling 2.5 GW to support its AI operations [8]