The International Energy Agency (IEA) urges countries to develop plans for boosting renewable power to meet the global goal of tripling capacity by 2030. While current commitments fall short, the agency's analysis shows that governments' domestic ambitions could cover 70% of the required capacity. The IEA also suggests targeted actions to address key challenges.
A coalition of environmental groups warns that AI's energy demands may increase planet-heating emissions by 80%, equivalent to Sweden's energy consumption. The report highlights AI's potential to exacerbate climate disinformation. While some see AI aiding climate efforts, the coalition stresses the need for transparency and safeguards. This challenges the idea of AI as a climate savior.
Generative AI models, like ChatGPT, are pushing boundaries but pose energy challenges. Data centers, using 2% of global electricity, face soaring demand due to AI. This strains renewable capacity and may increase costs. Making GPUs more efficient helps, but urgent policy is needed to balance AI expansion with energy sustainability. (Word count: 50)
In the third quarter of 2023, the EU economy saw a significant 7.1% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions, despite only a slight decrease in GDP. Emission cuts were particularly notable in electricity and gas supply, household emissions, and manufacturing. 23 out of 27 member states achieved emissions reductions. This progress aligns with the European Green Deal's objectives.
Almost 10 months later, as Southeast Asian leaders gather in Jakarta, the hosts have little to show off. A much-anticipated investment blueprint has been postponed. Parties have yet to agree on governance, baseline data or the funding required to curb greenhouse emissions and wean the world’s largest coal exporter off fossil fuels."
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