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politics1 month ago•6 min saved

Progressives push national pause on new data centers to curb energy and water use

A growing bloc of progressives on Capitol Hill is backing a nationwide moratorium on new data centers to slow energy and water use, with Sen. Bernie Sanders leading and Rep. Pramila Jayapal rallying behind it; supporters say a pause would let regulators catch up as the White House pushes AI growth, while Democrats across the spectrum warn it could hurt competitiveness, with local and state moves (New York, Denver) and mixed public opinion shaping the debate.

via Politico|

#bernie-sanders #data-centers #energy-consumption

technology2 months ago•2 min saved

Meta bets on feel-good ads to sway data-center sentiment

Meta spent $6.4 million on a nationwide ad campaign to frame its data centers as job-creating community anchors, but critics warn about energy and water use and a broader public backlash, contributing to a wider industry lobbying push as AI infrastructure expands and some projects face delays or cancellations.

via The Verge|

#advertising #data-centers #energy-consumption

markets2 months ago•23 min saved

Former Fidelity star warns OpenAI danger; investors urged to shelter in safer assets

Veteran money manager George Noble warns OpenAI shows warning signs—rising costs, fierce competition, talent exodus, and potential legal fights—making AI-adjacent bets high risk. He advises trimming exposure to Magnificent 7 AI plays and rotating into fundamentals-based assets like gold and select small-/mid-cap stocks, arguing that valuations don’t reflect risk and that smarter money is seeking steadier bets amid an AI hype cycle cooling.

via MarketWatch|

#artificial-intelligence #energy-consumption #investing

technology3 months ago•0 min saved

Effects of Leaving Your TV On Constantly

Leaving your TV on all the time can lead to increased energy consumption, potential wear and tear, and safety concerns, but modern TVs are designed to handle continuous operation to some extent. It's generally more energy-efficient and safer to turn off your TV when not in use.

via bgr.com|

#device-lifespan #electrical-safety #energy-consumption

technology3 months ago•1 min saved

AI Data Centers and Their Impact on Electricity and Politics

A single large AI-focused data center can consume more energy than 5,000 homes, with some centers using enough electricity to power 100,000 households, leading to community opposition due to concerns over electricity costs and grid strain.

via The Portland Press Herald|

#ai #data-centers #electricity-use

environment3 months ago•5 min saved

Communities Challenge Growing AI Data Centers Amid Rising Electricity Costs

Communities across the US are increasingly opposing new data center projects due to concerns over high energy and water use, pollution, and local impacts, leading to delays and cancellations of billions of dollars in investments, with opposition expected to grow as data center development accelerates.

via The Verge|

#community-opposition #data-centers #energy-consumption

local-government-and-environment3 months ago•3 min saved

Illinois faces looming power shortages due to data center energy demands

Data centers in the Chicago area are contributing to rising electric bills, with some suburbs like Aurora pausing new developments to study their impact, as experts warn that without regulation, utility costs could increase significantly by 2028.

via CBS News|

#aurora-moratorium #chicago-suburbs #data-centers

business5 months ago•0 min saved

Why Rising Electricity Prices Are Not What You Expect

Despite rising electricity bills in the US, the increase isn't primarily due to data centers, which are often blamed for high energy consumption, but the article suggests other factors are at play.

via The Washington Post|

#business #cost-increase #data-centers

technology5 months ago•1 min saved

The Rising Impact of AI on Data Centers and Utility Costs

The article discusses how data centers, which are crucial for AI development, operate and the environmental and economic concerns they raise due to their high energy consumption, questioning their sustainability in the future.

via WIRED|

#ai #data-centers #energy-consumption

environment5 months ago•5 min saved

Americans' Views on AI's Environmental Impact and Solutions

A recent poll reveals that many Americans are concerned about the environmental impact of AI data centers, mainly due to their high energy and water demands, which could exacerbate climate change, with worries more pronounced among Democrats and a general belief that AI may do more harm than good in the coming decade.

via AP News|

#ai #climate-change #data-centers

technology5 months ago•6 min saved

Professor Coin Explores Bitcoin's Role in Sustainable Crypto Future

Bitcoin's energy consumption remains high, with recent estimates at 138 TWh annually, raising environmental concerns beyond just carbon emissions to include water, land, and e-waste impacts. While Bitcoin continues to use proof-of-work, which is energy-intensive, alternatives like Ethereum's proof-of-stake demonstrate that blockchain networks can be secure and more sustainable. Policy pressures are increasing, and the future of crypto's environmental impact depends on technological, regulatory, and community choices.

via Decrypt|

#bitcoin #energy-consumption #proof-of-stake

environment5 months ago•9 min saved

The Environmental Impact and Future of Sustainable Data Centers

The rapid growth of data centers driven by AI investments is raising environmental concerns due to their high energy and water use, local community opposition, and challenges in expanding renewable energy sources to meet increased demand, which could impact the industry's future and regional development.

via NPR|

#ai-boom #data-centers #energy-consumption

technology6 months ago•3 min saved

Balancing AI's Promise and Perils Amidst Growing Debate

AI technology is being heavily invested in by major tech companies with high expectations for transformative impacts on society and the economy, but its real-world adoption and benefits are still emerging, and there are significant concerns about energy use and market reliance on AI hype.

via Axios|

#ai #energy-consumption #investment

technology6 months ago•4 min saved

The Impact of AI on Energy Consumption and Sustainability

AI chatbots like ChatGPT consume significant energy, mainly during training and inference, with data centers responsible for a growing share of global electricity use, raising concerns about environmental impact and the need for transparency and sustainable practices.

via Live Science|

#ai #chatbots #data-centers

business7 months ago•4 min saved

Wall Street Surprised by Oracle-OpenAI Deal

OpenAI and Oracle announced a surprise $300 billion, five-year deal, highlighting Oracle's ongoing role in AI infrastructure despite its diminished presence compared to rivals. The deal underscores OpenAI's strategy to diversify and scale its AI computing resources, though key details about power sourcing and payment remain unclear. The partnership reflects broader industry trends of significant investment in AI compute power and energy sustainability efforts.

via TechCrunch|

#ai-infrastructure #business #cloud-computing