Google's carbon emissions have surged by 51% since 2019, largely driven by increasing electricity demand from data centers needed for AI operations. The company's electricity use has risen by 27% year-on-year, undermining its climate goals despite investments in renewable energy. The International Energy Agency forecasts a potential 1,000 terawatt hours of global data center electricity usage by 2026. Meanwhile, Canada has dropped its planned digital services tax to facilitate trade discussions with the US, prioritizing diplomatic ties and economic relationships over the tax's implementation.
Google's carbon footprint has surged by 51% since 2019 due to rising demand for AI, which has increased electricity usage in data centers by 27% year-on-year.
The International Energy Agency estimates global data center electricity consumption could hit 1,000 terawatt hours by 2026, equivalent to Japan's total energy needs.
Canada has canceled its planned digital services tax ahead of implementation to foster better trade negotiations with the US, as criticized by President Trump.
The rescinding of the digital services tax allows negotiations for a new economic and security relationship with the US to advance effectively.
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