Technology

"When it comes to artificial intelligence, more intensive computing uses more energy, producing more greenhouse gases."

"Iran has warned that it could shut the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most critical oil transit chokepoints, in retaliation for U.S. involvement in its conflict with Israel."

"A growing body of research attempts to put a number on energy use and AI — even as the companies behind the most popular models keep their carbon emissions a secret."

"Four experts were sued for defamation ahead of a seminar where they planned to talk about research into the potential health risks on playgrounds and sports fields nationwide." "The seminar seemed straightforward enough. Four experts planned to talk about whether artificial grass, which is used on playgrounds and sports fields nationwide, has health risks for children."

"Even before Trump and fellow Republicans began pulling the financial rug out from under the industry, green hydrogen megaprojects were collapsing. Here’s why." 

"Hazardous chemical accidents happen in the U.S. about every other day. Who will investigate them now?" 

"Window collisions and cats kill more birds than wind farms do, but ornithologists say turbine impacts must be taken seriously. Scientists are testing a range of technologies to reduce bird strikes — from painting stripes to using artificial intelligence — to keep birds safe."

"Semiconductor production is impossible without PFAS, spurring fresh concerns about increased contamination tied to the toxic substances." 

"Federal tax breaks have fueled a boom. The House bill would end that immediately."

"The president hasn't directly targeted the nascent industry, but his clean energy rollbacks could hurt it."