Amazon's AI Push Boosts Emissions | Vancouver News

Amazon’s carbon emissions surged 16% last year to nearly 81 million metric tons, driven by its AI expansion and the heavy materials needed for new data centers — even as it pushes toward its 2040 carbon-neutral goal. Direct emissions from deliveries rose 2%, while indirect emissions from steel and concrete production took a bigger toll. Since its 2019 Climate Pledge, emissions have climbed 58% despite green logistics efforts. Carbon intensity also rose 3% after years of decline, highlighting the environmental cost of AI. Yet Amazon points to its water-efficient data centers and vows to keep advancing sustainability amid the tech boom. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/7636e9309cfceadf