AI's E-Waste Crisis: A Looming Ecological Disaster
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A new report warns that the rapid growth of AI and its data centers will lead to a significant increase in electronic waste (e-waste). By 2030, the AI industry could generate 13 million tons of discarded equipment annually, containing hazardous materials like lead, mercury, and cadmium. The energy required to power these data centers also contributes to air pollution, causing health issues. Environmentalists urge caution in the race for AI development to mitigate these ecological disasters.
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