I write this blog with a bit of feigned optimism, knowing how precarious the recent acceleration in AI and energy demand can be. The rapid expansion of data centres is one of the most consequential developments in today’s energy transition. Driven by artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and digital services across all sectors of the economy,…
Tag: sustainability
What do you mean, “consume less”?
Our high levels of consumption in Western, affluent countries is contributing to environmental problems, such as climate change and biodiversity loss. Efforts to make consumption “greener” have so far been unable to halt environmental degradation, spurring a growing number of researchers to argue for a need for substantial change in consumption patterns for high-consuming classes,…
Let less be more in 2020!
It’s that time of the year again – when we are about to take a break and spend a hopefully relaxing and energy-charging Christmas holiday with those closest and dearest to us. It’s also the time of the year when we can make sound choices with what we give to others, wish from others for…