Holiverse Proposes Space-Based Solar Power to Fuel AI Growth

The future of artificial intelligence (AI) may hinge on innovations in energy sourcing, particularly through Space-Based Solar Power (SBSP). Lado Okhotnikov, founder of the biotech platform Holiverse, underscores the urgency of addressing the energy demands of rapidly advancing AI technologies. He notes that training a single advanced AI model can consume more electricity than 120 U.S. homes use in an entire year. As AI adoption accelerates globally, projections indicate that data center energy demand could double before 2030.

This surge in energy requirements poses a significant challenge, as current power grids are ill-equipped to support a new industrial revolution driven by AI. Okhotnikov emphasizes, “The problem is becoming especially urgent now, as AI is advancing rapidly and its energy demands are growing just as fast.” He highlights the need for sustainable energy solutions that do not compromise the well-being of people or existing industries.

While many turn to renewable energy sources as a solution, Okhotnikov acknowledges their limitations. Wind, solar, and geothermal energy are essential, but factors such as geography and weather can hinder their reliability. “Even today, we must think about where we will source that energy,” he explains. The challenge pushes innovators like Okhotnikov to consider alternatives beyond our planet.

Exploring Space-Based Solar Power

The concept of SBSP involves deploying lightweight solar arrays in geostationary orbit, where they can capture unfiltered sunlight continuously. These arrays would convert solar energy into power and beam it wirelessly—using safe, low-intensity microwaves or lasers—back to Earth. This method promises to deliver a stable, carbon-free power source to any location on the globe.

According to the European Space Agency and NASA, serious feasibility studies are already underway. A 2025 analysis of the European energy grid suggested that SBSP could provide the steady energy supply that intermittent renewables often cannot deliver. Okhotnikov believes that the potential for new developments lies in harnessing solar power from space. “The solar power we can collect here on Earth is only a tiny fraction of what is available in space,” he points out, emphasizing the vast opportunities that exist beyond our atmosphere.

At Holiverse, Okhotnikov’s philosophy of integrating disparate systems into a cohesive, sustainable whole drives the investigation of designs and collaborations that align AI infrastructure with space-generated power.

Challenges and Future Prospects

The journey towards implementing solar electricity in space is fraught with challenges, including international governance, orbital construction, and the costs associated with launching materials into space. Despite these hurdles, advancements in materials science and the development of reusable rockets are facilitating progress. These challenges are increasingly viewed as technical and diplomatic issues that can be resolved.

Holiverse is positioning itself as a pioneer in this transition. “We are developing technologies capable of powering the next era of AI,” Okhotnikov states. “It’s a demanding process that brings together some of the brightest minds in this field, and I believe that in the foreseeable future we will be ready to take tangible steps toward making this project a reality.”

The implications of such advancements are profound. By liberating AI from terrestrial energy limitations, researchers could explore vast computational workloads essential for fields such as material science, personalized medicine, and climate prediction without the constraints of current power budgets.

As Holiverse and other pioneers rethink energy sourcing, they recognize that genuine advancements in intelligence will require looking beyond our planet. Utilizing the sun’s limitless energy could unlock the next major leap in AI development, fundamentally reshaping the technological landscape.