Empire State to site 1 GW nuke as AI bit barns guzzle power
Dan Robinson / theregister - It would be the first major US nuclear plant built in over 15 years New York State is set to build America's first major new nuclear plant in more than 15 years, amid growing energy demands, particularly from power-hungry AI datacenters.…
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Apple devices in EU getting repair scores & battery life labels
appleinsider - Apple buyers in Europe will soon see repair scores, battery ratings, and energy labels on every new iPhone and iPad.Apple buyers in Europe will soon see repair scoresStarting June 20, 2025, the European Union will require smartphones and tablets to meet s…
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xAI faces legal threat over alleged Colossus data center pollution in Memphis
Ashley Belanger / arstechnica - NAACP demands a meeting to discuss xAI's alleged pollution in Memphis.
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Meta inks a new geothermal energy deal to support AI
Justine Calma / theverge - Meta’s geothermal ambitions are growing with a new agreement to support projects in New Mexico. It announced the deal with XGS Energy today, a company developing next-generation geothermal technologies that make it possible to use this energy source in pl…
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The EPA Wants to Roll Back Emissions Controls on Power Plants
Molly Taft / wired - "The EPA is trying to get out of the climate change business,” says one expert.
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Sam Altman claims an average ChatGPT query uses ‘roughly one fifteenth of a teaspoon’ of water
Jay Peters / theverge - OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, in a blog post published Tuesday, says an average ChatGPT query uses about 0.000085 gallons of water, or “roughly one fifteenth of a teaspoon.” He made the claim as part of a broader post on his predictions about how AI will change …
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Massive Saharan Dust Cloud Threatens Florida and Caribbean Skies
A towering plume of Saharan dust is barreling across the Atlantic, affecting air quality and painting dramatic sunrises and sunsets from the Caribbean to Florida. Meteorologists are closely monitoring the phenomenon as it raises concerns over health impacts and weather disruptions amidst an ever-evolving climate scenario.
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Eastern US Braces for Rare Cicada Swarm Emergence
In the Eastern United States, a rare natural spectacle is underway as cicadas emerge after 17 years underground. The sudden surge has transformed quiet neighborhoods into buzzing arenas, offering both wonder and a hefty dose of nature’s cacophonous charm—much to the delight (or dismay) of locals unprepared for the insect chorus.
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Penguin guano fuels Antarctic cloud formation
New research highlights how ammonia-rich penguin droppings help generate clouds over Antarctica, subtly cooling the region. In a twist of nature’s own climate engineering, these unlikely contributors to cloud formation are receiving unexpected scientific attention – who knew penguins moonlighted as meteorologists?
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NOAA predicts brutal hurricane season amid agency cuts
NOAA has issued a stark warning for an upcoming hurricane season, forecasting up to 10 storms—half of which could be major—while facing budget cutbacks. The agency’s grim outlook casts doubt on its capacity to fully address the impending natural threats amid political and fiscal constraints.
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Rare Footage Captures Earth's Cracking During Myanmar Earthquake
In a jaw-dropping revelation, never-before-seen footage has captured the earth fracturing during a Myanmar earthquake. Scientists are astounded by this unprecedented visual record of seismic activity, which provides fresh insights into the planet’s dramatic geologic processes.
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Trump Administration Eases Rules on Dangerous Forever Chemicals
In a move that has sparked fierce debate, the Trump administration is set to relax long-standing drinking water standards for so‐called forever chemicals. This regulatory rollback, aimed at easing industry compliance, raises concerns over potential increases in cancer and reproductive risks as critics warn it undermines hard-won environmental protections.
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USDA reinstates climate data on federal websites after lawsuit
Following a legal challenge from farmers, the USDA has committed to restoring climate change information that was previously removed from federal websites. The reinstatement signals a policy reversal aimed at enhancing transparency and supporting a well‐informed public discourse on environmental issues.
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EcoFlow unveils plug-in balcony solar system for US homes
EcoFlow has launched its innovative Stream series—a plug‐in, DIY balcony solar solution designed to help apartment and condo dwellers cut electric bills. This new system promises renewable energy on demand, albeit for those living in select states, brightening both urban spaces and investor portfolios.
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CNaught secures $4.5M seed funding for carbon credits platform
CNaught, a platform focused on making carbon credits secure and scalable, has secured $4.5 million in seed funding. The capital injection, backed by multiple investors, is aimed at de-risking carbon credit transactions for buyers and enhancing market scalability—proving that even in greentech, money talks with a whisper of eco-irony.
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DOGE Initiative Unveils Waste and AI Push in US Government
Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency, colloquially known as DOGE, is making waves by detailing shocking examples of waste and mismanagement within the U.S. government. Meanwhile, a related story reveals a recruiter spearheading an effort to deploy AI agents across government agencies, promising a bureaucratic shake‐up.
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