The Hidden Cost of the Internet: Why the Web's Environmental Impact Matters Now More Than Ever
CNETSaturday, June 14, 2025 at 11:00:00 AM
Think the internet is all virtual? Think again. Behind every click, stream, and cloud upload, there’s a real-world toll—massive energy-guzzling data centers, carbon-spewing AI training runs, and even satellites cluttering space. This piece pulls back the curtain on how the web’s infrastructure is quietly heating up the planet, and why it’s becoming impossible to ignore.
Editor’s Note: We often treat the internet as this clean, infinite resource, but its physical footprint is staggering—and growing fast. With AI and global connectivity booming, this isn’t just a techie problem; it’s a climate crisis in disguise. Time to ask: How much is our digital convenience really costing the planet?
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