Rising AI Data Center Energy Use Sparks Environmental and Political Concerns
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A study finds that AI adoption in the US could add about 900,000 tons of CO₂ annually, a small fraction of national emissions, highlighting the need for energy-efficient AI development as adoption grows.
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