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AI Boom Fuels Environmental Concerns as Data Centers Surge

4/22/2025

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The surge of AI technology is sparking urgent environmental worries, as data centers are set to account for 20% of the world's energy consumption by 2028. In response, giants like Apple and Google are embracing eco-friendly practices, while LG pioneers water-saving cooling systems. Meanwhile, the data center construction market is projected to skyrocket to nearly $492 billion by 2034.

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Story summary

The surge of AI technology is sparking urgent environmental worries, as data centers are set to account for 20% of the world's energy consumption by 2028. In response, giants like Apple and Google are embracing eco-friendly practices, while LG pioneers water-saving cooling systems. Meanwhile, the data center construction market is projected to skyrocket to nearly $492 billion by 2034.