38. Cloud Ecologies with Steven Gonzalez Montserrate

In Episode 38, we're diving deep into the world of "Cloud Ecologies" with Steven Gonzalez Monserrate. Join us as we uncover the hidden environmental and social impacts of data centers and cloud computing. We’ll explore the staggering energy and water consumption of these data giants, delve into the human rights issues and ethical concerns they raise, and discuss groundbreaking new technologies that could revolutionize data storage. Steven brings a wealth of expertise from his research at MIT and the Fixing Futures Institute, offering us a unique perspective on how our digital lives are intertwined with significant ecological and human costs. From the concept of a “data gardener” to the fight against planned obsolescence, this episode promises a thought-provoking look at the future of technology, sustainability, and consumer power. Tune in for an enlightening conversation that’s crucial for understanding our digital world's broader ramifications. ____ Full transcript of this and other episodes here: https://www.mizter-rad.com/episodes Follow Steven on X: https://x.com/cloudAnthro Steven's website: https://www.stevengonzalezm.com/ A piece Steven wrote on the topic: https://aeon.co/essays/downtime-is-not-an-option-meet-the-stewards-of-the-cloud ____ Other links: Apple podcasts: https://apple.co/4hbwtiF