New data centers would drive up energy costs, climate risks in Florida
Massive data centers threaten to increase electricity bills and the amount of fossil fuels being burned.
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DeSantis has warned about AI data centers. Lawmakers can act — don’t let us down
House Bill 1007 would ban 'hyperscale' data centers on environmentally sensitive lands and set other rules.
AI data centers threaten to devour Florida’s energy, land and water
Palm Beach County is considering a data center that would cover 202 acres, but delayed a vote for more impact ...
Energy officials tell Florida lawmakers they’re aware of the unpopularity of AI data centers
The hearing came days after Gov. DeSantis announced a proposal to protect Floridians from footing the bill for AI data ...
Regulating AI use could stop its runaway energy expansion
Without guardrails, we risk creating a convenience technology that accelerates environmental collapse.
Nuclear-powered data centers are a dangerous boondoggle
Billionaires want to use your tax dollars to put nuclear-powered AI data centers in drought-prone farmland.
Brewing for the future: How sustainability is shaping the beer industry
The potential impacts of an environmentally conscious beer industry are significant.
Intermittent irrigation can save strawberry growers as much as 67% on water, maintain yield
Conserving water is crucial for enhancing the sustainability of Florida’s $434 million-a-year strawberry industry.
UF expert: While hurricanes are on your mind, get your septic system inspected
About 2 million Florida homes – or about 30% of the state’s residents – rely on septic to treat wastewater.
More farms are turning to automation amid labor shortages
This story was originally published by Grist. Sign up for Grist's weekly newsletter here. By Ayurella Horn-Muller, Grist, and Melina ...