Datacenter rush will create ‘tsunami’ of discarded electronics, report says

A report by the Basel Action Network predicts that the rapid expansion of datacenters for artificial intelligence will lead to a significant increase in electronic waste. This surge in e-waste is expected to triple annually within the next 25 years. The sheer volume of discarded electronics will be substantial, filling enough shipping containers to circle the globe six times. This poses a major environmental concern, highlighting the need for more sustainable practices in the tech industry.

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The rapid growth of datacenters will lead to a massive increase in electronic waste. This could have severe environmental and health consequences, potentially affecting global markets and economies.

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