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Amazon data centre named largest polluter in Texas

Original: Since # climatechange is solved, we can finally get some economic growth! The Age of Consequences is coming anyway, but

An Amazon data centre has been identified as the largest pollution source in Texas, according to a Futurism report being shared widely. Commenters are using the news sarcastically, arguing that governments and corporations talk about solving climate change while expanding energy-hungry infrastructure. The debate ties AI-driven data centre growth to rising emissions and what some call the coming 'Age of Consequences'.

Why now: A report on Amazon's Texas data centre pollution is fueling criticism that AI infrastructure growth is worsening emissions despite climate pledges.

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• Since # climatechange is solved, we can finally get some economic growth! The Age of Consequences is coming anyway, but we’re sure trying to make sure it’s not boring… https:// futurism.com/artificial-intell igence/amazon-data-center-largest-pollution-source-texas-usa · almad@fosstodon.org · 4

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