If there are solutions to combating the environmental impact of AI, they may not be realized or implemented anytime soon.

Training and using artificial intelligence consumes energy and produces fossil fuel emissions and pollutants. AI has driven significant increases in greenhouse gas emissions from major technology ...

But when it comes to our individual use of present-day AI models, the impact is much smaller than the discourse (and sarcastic replies) might suggest — and a failure to engage sensibly with the real ...

From data centers to AI to 5G internet, how we use the internet has a much bigger effect on our Earth than we might imagine. Cierra was an associate writer for CNET's broadband team, covering all ...

The EPA has reportedly drafted a plan to eliminate all limits on greenhouse gas emissions from power plants, according to documents obtained by The New York Times. Now, with the rise of artificial ...

The FCC wants to exempt satellite providers from oversight required by the National Environmental Protection Act. Astronomers ...

There are both pros and cons of adopting new technologies. History shows that technology changes society, and new innovations will continue to impact our lives. How will we adapt?