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Rising Environmental Impact of Datacentres Sparks Debate on Quitting AI

Datacentre energy demand is surging globally due to AI, raising environmental concerns. Experts discuss AI's high energy use, limited transparency, and community impacts, urging collective action and responsible industry practices.

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South West Water Admits Six Years of Illegal Pollution in Devon and Cornwall

South West Water has admitted 18 pollution offences from 2015-2021, involving illegal sewage spills across Devon and Cornwall, impacting rivers and beaches. Sentencing is set for June 2026.

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Google The image shows a wide sandy beach filled with groups of people sitting close to colourful windbreaks spread across the sand. Some people are walking along the shoreline while others are sitting or lying down on towels and beach chairs. There are a few small tents and beach shelters scattered around.

Oil Company Pays £6.1m for Ecological Damage After Major Spill

Perenco has been ordered to pay £6.1m to address ecological damage after a major oil spill at Poole Harbour in March 2023, funding clean-up, surveys, and local conservation projects.

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Namibia’s Green Hydrogen Project Sparks Environmental Concerns for Penguins

Namibia plans a major green hydrogen project to boost its economy but faces environmental concerns over impacts on unique desert flora and endangered African penguins.

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Getty Images A close-up of two African penguins looking away from each other in Namibia

Australia’s National Parks Face Debate Over Private Lodges and Conservation

Australia’s national parks face debate as private eco-tourism lodges emerge amid conservation concerns, with critics warning wilderness areas risk commercialization.

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Campaigners Behind 's Dirty Business Highlight UK's Water Pollution Crisis

Ash Smith and Peter Hammond's decade-long fight against sewage pollution in England's waterways inspired 's Dirty Business, highlighting ongoing environmental and public health concerns.

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Plaid Cymru Proposes Local Profit Shares for Renewable Energy Projects

Plaid Cymru yn cynnig i brosiectau ynni adnewyddadwy roi cyfran o'u helw i gymunedau lleol, gan sicrhau bod cymunedau'n elwa'n llawn o'r newid i ynni gwyrdd.

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Analyst Calls AI Climate Benefit Claims Greenwashing Amid Rising Energy Use

An analysis finds tech companies conflate AI types to claim climate benefits, with no evidence of substantial emission reductions. Energy use by data centers is rising, raising concerns of greenwashing tactics.

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