#energy consumption

Europe Wants Digital Independence. Its Rivers and Grids Are Footing the Bill

Sustainability News

7 min read25 Sept 2026

Europe Wants Digital Independence. Its Rivers and Grids Are Footing the Bill

Europe is racing to build data centres for digital sovereignty. Meanwhile the water and energy costs are sparking protests. what is really at stake

#Data Centres Europe #Digital Sovereignty #energy consumption

David Price

The Hidden Water and Energy Cost of Using AI Every Day

Sustainability News

6 min read11 Aug 2026

The Hidden Water and Energy Cost of Using AI Every Day

Every AI prompt draws on real water and electricity, mostly unregulated. Here's what the data actually shows, and what you can do about it.

#artificial intelligence #data centres #water usage