"Emissions from four leading AI companies increased by 150% since 2020, prompting concerns over the energy demands and carbon footprint associated with emerging AI technologies."
"Despite promoting renewable energy, tech companies reported that greenhouse gas emissions increased by 1.4% in 2023, showing a failure to meet climate goals."
A report by the International Telecommunication Union highlights a significant increase in emissions from major AI companies, rising by 150% since 2020. Data centers consumed electricity at an annual growth rate of 12%, notably outpacing global averages. Predictions indicate that AI might match Japan's energy use by 2030, yet only a small proportion of firms are monitoring this energy consumption. Notably, while companies promote renewable energy initiatives, greenhouse gas emissions from the sector rose, indicating a failure to achieve necessary reductions in emissions, raising concerns over sustainability within the tech industry.
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