AI’s environmental paradox: Progress at a cost

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On June 5, the world marked World Environment Day, a tradition the UN established in 1972 to drive global awareness and action for the environment. For decades, this day has been a rallying point for governments, businesses, and citizens to reflect on the state of our planet and recommit to protecting it.

This June, however, the event comes at a time when artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries, societies, and our daily routines. AI is hailed as capable of transforming healthcare, education, agriculture, and governance.

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