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Energy consumption also poses challenges, as initial estimates suggest the fab will require 2.85 gigawatt-hours per day—comparable to the energy needs of 100,000 U.S. homes. TSMC has invested in solar power but acknowledges that additional renewable energy credits are necessary to offset its power consumption.
The Bigger Picture: A Global Strategy
TSMC’s ambitions extend well beyond Arizona; it has already launched a fab in Japan and is constructing another in Germany. Moreover, the company’s executives have acknowledged ongoing discussions about potential fabs in the United Arab Emirates, illustrating a proactive strategy to diversify production locations while navigating complex global trade dynamics.