Big Tech’s data centre boom poised to drive up carbon emissions

The explosive growth in data centers operated by major tech companies is set to significantly boost carbon emissions, according to a Financial Times analysis. The 60 largest planned facilities could emit as much CO2 as 27 coal plants or 24 million cars annually. This surge highlights a critical environmental challenge as tech giants expand their infrastructure to meet the ever-growing demand for data storage and processing. Addressing these emissions is crucial for meeting global climate goals and ensuring sustainable tech development.