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Green Web Foundation highlights data center growth as internet energy challenge

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The Green Web Foundation has released its inaugural "State of the Fossil-Free Internet Report." This report highlights significant challenges in transitioning the internet to renewable energy sources. A primary concern identified is the rapid proliferation of data centers that rely on non-renewable energy. AI

IMPACT Highlights the energy footprint of digital infrastructure, relevant for sustainable AI development.

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Green Web Foundation highlights data center growth as internet energy challenge

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    Bookmark: State of the Fossil-Free Internet Report Page summary: In this first annual briefing by Green Web Foundation, we examine the biggest obstacles to a fo

    Bookmark: State of the Fossil-Free Internet Report Page summary: In this first annual briefing by Green Web Foundation, we examine the biggest obstacles to a fossil-free internet. This year’s focus: the rise of too many dirty data centres. — Permalink https://fossilfree.greenweb.…

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