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A UN report reveals that between 2020 and 2023, indirect carbon emissions from major AI-focused tech firms, including Amazon, Microsoft, Alphabet, and Meta, have soared by an average of 150%, primarily driven by the extensive energy demands of data centers. Amazon topped the list with an increase of 182%, while Microsoft, Meta, and Alphabet followed with rises of 155%, 145%, and 138% respectively. The report emphasizes the strain AI development places on energy infrastructure, highlighting the urgent need for sustainable practices in the tech industry.
Source: YAHOO