Aluminum News Today: AI Data Centers Drive a Demand Surge, Straining U.S. Supply

We often take aluminum for granted. It’s light, strong, and handles heat well; that’s why it’s used everywhere from building frames to electronics. Now, a new trend is putting aluminum in the spotlight again. As companies race to build massive AI data centers, the demand for aluminum is rising fast. That surge is stressing the supply chain, especially in the United States. We will explore why that matters. We look at how AI infrastructure is reshaping aluminum demand, what’s happening to U.S. supply, and why it could affect prices, industry strategy, and the future of tech infrastructure.