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AI's growing electronic waste could circle globe six times, report warns

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A report by the Basel Action Network (BAN) estimates that artificial intelligence could generate enough electronic waste in the next 25 years to fill shipping containers that would encircle the globe six times. This waste, containing toxic substances and valuable metals, currently lacks a comprehensive disposal plan. The environmental group highlights the significant pollution and resource challenges posed by the rapid advancement of AI technologies. AI

IMPACT Highlights the significant environmental cost of AI development, urging consideration of sustainable practices and waste management strategies.

RANK_REASON The item discusses a report on the environmental impact of AI, which falls under commentary on the broader implications of AI technology.

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AI's growing electronic waste could circle globe six times, report warns

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    "The electronic trash AI generates in the next 25 years could fill enough shipping containers to encircle the globe six times, it said. Yet, says the report by

    "The electronic trash AI generates in the next 25 years could fill enough shipping containers to encircle the globe six times, it said. Yet, says the report by the non-profit environmental group Basel Action Network (BAN), there is no plan to deal with that waste – which typicall…

    LINKS theguardian.com/…/datacenters-pollution-e…

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