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Google's Greenhouse Gas Emissions Surge by 48% Amid AI Growth




Google's greenhouse gas emissions in 2023 were 48% higher than in 2019, driven by the increased energy demands of its data centers due to AI growth, according to its latest environmental report. 


While Google aims for net zero emissions by 2030, it acknowledges the difficulty of reducing emissions as AI integration intensifies. The report highlights global disparities, with European and American data centers using more carbon-free energy compared to those in the Middle East, Asia, and Australia.


AI's substantial energy use, especially for generative systems like ChatGPT, underscores the challenge. Experts emphasize the need for strategies to manage data storage and energy consumption.






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