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Energy, water use and pollution of AI and data centers rival most countries

According to a United Nations University report, the environmental footprint of data centers already rivals some of the world's largest countries

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OpenAI CEO Sam Altman will attend G7 in France

OpenAI chief Sam Altman will join leaders at the G7 summit in France this month. Artificial intelligence will be a major focus for discussions. G7 ministers recently met to address AI's impact on child protection and energy grids. The growing demand for computing power is straining electricity supplies and requiring…

The Economic Times

Australia’s GDP figures are meaningless when the boom in datacentres means destroying jobs and the climate

In the March quarter Australia’s economy grew 0.3%. But the real issue is what drove that growth

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UN issues AI warning after new data reveals major impact on the planet and its resources

AI data centres are energy-hungry and resource-intensive, requiring huge amounts of electricity generation, cooling systems, land and water supplies

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UN calculates nation-sized environmental footprints for AI and data centers

According to a United Nations University report, the environmental footprint of data centers already rivals some of the world’s largest countries

The Independent UK

UN warns AI could use more water than all the people on Earth need to drink

AI could soon generate electronic waste equivalent to throwing out 250 Eiffel Towers every year

The Independent UK

Americans should be reassured by high prices, apparently. Does Trump’s team really think we’re that stupid?

According to chief economic adviser Kevin Hassett, living in the world’s richest superpower and witnessing food, electricity and housing become luxury items is a good thing

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ScottishPower cuts electricity bills in half during World Cup Games

ScottishPower has announced its customers will get their electricity bills cut in half during the World Cup games to help people 'enjoy every…

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How much water and power will AI data centres use in Australia? Ironically, we don’t have the data to know

Australia’s data centre rush now rivals the mining boom. OpenAI chief executive Sam Altman last week said Australia could become a “data centre capital of the world”.

The Conversation

Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang Is Building the Future Faster Than Infrastructure Can Support It

Nvidia is accelerating AI innovation at an increasingly rapid rate, but memory shortages, rising power demands, and infrastructure constraints may make it difficult for the rest of the industry to keep pace.

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Pakistan orders early market closures as energy costs soar amid US-Iran conflict

Islamabad has mandated early business closures, with markets shutting by 8 pm and eateries by 10 pm, to combat rising energy costs fueled by Middle East conflicts. This austerity measure, effective June 1, 2026, aims to reduce electricity consumption and ease financial strain on Pakistan, a nation heavily reliant on…

The Times of India

A €100 billion queue: Why Europeans are waiting years for clean energy

Providing affordable clean energy to Europeans has become an “absolute obstacle course” due to the continent’s congested grid.

Euronews

CHANDO Group Releases 2025 Sustainability Report, Marking 15th Consecutive Year of Disclosure

SHANGHAI, June 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On May 26, 2026, CHANDO Group hosted the launch of its 2025 Sustainability Report alongside a media salon at Oriental Beauty Valley • CHANDO Future Beauty City. Nearly 40 media organizations and industry experts gathered for the occasion, marking the Group's 15th consecutive year…

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Recharge Power and Energy Decarb Launch Joint Venture Targeting Australia's PV and BESS Market

TAIPEI, June 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Recharge Power (7921-TW), a pioneer and market leader in Taiwan's battery energy storage systems (BESS) industry, today announced the signing of a strategic cooperation agreement with Australian energy developer Energy Decarb. The two companies will jointly develop renewable energy projects in Australia through a…

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STT GDC highlights data centre energy concerns

ST Telemedia Global Data Centres (STT GDC) urged the government to secure sufficient electricity supply, explore the establishment of small modular reactors, and keep power prices competitive for the artificial intelligence (AI)-driven economy.

The Conversation

Three hours of free power a day sounds good – but is Australia’s scheme fair?

From July 1, many Australians can choose something that once sounded absurd: free electricity in the middle of the day. The federal government’s opt-in Solar Sharer Offer will give three hours of free power to households with smart meters in New South Wales, South Australia and southeast Queensland. Victoria’s separate…

The Free Financial Advisor

Pennsylvania Households Are Reporting Bigger Utility Bills Heading Into Summer

Electricity bills across Pennsylvania climb as warmer weather approaches, and households feel the pinch before the first major heat wave even hits. Utility companies across the state adjust pricing and demand forecasts as air conditioners prepare to run nonstop. Families opening monthly statements now spot higher totals compared to spring…

The Conversation

Why the world’s most ambitious coal phase-out deal has failed – and what it means for climate finance

In December 2025, Indonesia quietly abandoned plans to close the Cirebon-1 coal power plant.

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Texas Nights Are Getting Hotter, and the Power Grid Isn’t Ready

The state grid was built on the assumption that demand would fall at night. As hotter evenings and around-the-clock power use erase that drop, the system is being pushed in ways its original design did not fully anticipate.

Euronews

Explainer: What is electrification – and why is the EU betting its future on it?

Electrifying the European Union's transport and industry sectors largely depends on upgraded power grids and storage capacity.

The Economic Times

India's industrial output in April slows on year to 4.9% under new series

India's industrial output for April reached 4.9% under a revised Index of Industrial Production (IIP) series with an updated base year of 2022-23. The expanded index now includes 120 new item groups, capturing emerging segments and providing more granular data across sectors like manufacturing, mining, and electricity.

Euronews

Germany is a leader in renewables, so why does it have one of the highest EU electricity prices?

Germany generated more electricity from solar and wind in 2025 than any other EU country – but its prices remain tied to volatile fossil fuels.

The Economic Times

Pakistan: Market timings revised in Islamabad amid austerity drive

Islamabad businesses are required to close by 8 pm from Monday. This is part of the government's austerity measures to conserve energy. Restaurants and food outlets can stay open until 10 pm. Essential services are exempt. This move aims to reduce electricity consumption during peak hours. The government encourages daytime…

Euronews

Is Europe's heatwave bad news for renewables? Surge in solar turns power prices negative

Soaring temperatures can actually hinder some kinds of renewable energy output, even sun-absorbing solar.

Bangkok Post

Stimulus with strings attached

During the Bhumjaithai Party election campaign, party leader Anutin Charnvirakul coined a viral phrase upon becoming premier: "I will make my fellow citizens cry out, 'Enough, enough -- we're too rich. We can't handle it anymore!'"

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