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Can Big Tech's 2030 climate goals survive the AI boom?

TechRadarPublished Jul 30, 2026

Big tech companies like Google, Microsoft, and Apple set ambitious 2030 climate goals before the AI boom. The rapid expansion of AI infrastructure now challenges these targets due to increased energy and water demands, raising concerns about sustainability progress.

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