Apr 23
Greenhouse gases from data center boom could outpace entire nations
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New data suggests that natural gas projects intended to power AI data centers could emit greenhouse gases exceeding the total emissions of Morocco. As companies like OpenAI and Meta seek to bypass traditional power grids, these 'behind-the-meter' projects are becoming a significant environmental concern.
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Scaling AI infrastructure through private gas projects risks decoupling tech growth from national climate commitments and grid stability.
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