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Experts warn building new data centers across the US could wipe out the last 15 years of greenhouse gas progress

TechRadar By Efosa Udinmwen Nov 4, 2026 · 4:10 PM 3 min read 1 views 0 comments

Experts warn building new data centers across the US could wipe out the last 15 years of greenhouse gas progress — Image: TechRadar

US data centre expansion could increase emissions as gas turbines meet rising demand and renewable generation struggles to keep pace.

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