‘It’s hell for us here’: Mumbai families suffer as datacentres keep the city hooked on coal
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- Mumbai is facing increased energy demands due to the rise of datacenters, particularly from Amazon, leading to continued reliance on coal plants in the city. Residents of Mahul, a neighborhood near these coal plants, are suffering from severe air pollution, which has been linked to health issues, including cancer, as evidenced by the recent diagnosis of Kiran Kasbe's mother.
- This situation highlights the ongoing conflict between urban development and environmental health, raising concerns about the sustainability of energy sources in Mumbai. The reliance on coal for powering datacenters poses significant risks to public health and underscores the need for cleaner energy alternatives.
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