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How bad is our data for the planet?

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Unveiling the Environmental Impact of Data Centers

This chapter sheds light on the significant environmental impact of data centers, emphasizing their energy consumption and dispelling the myth of the cloud as intangible. It discusses the detrimental contribution of data centers to global electricity usage, focusing on specific examples from Ireland and Norway. The episode explores the challenges related to energy, water consumption, location efficiency, and security measures in data centers, providing an insightful glimpse into their ecological footprint.

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