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Sustainable AI Means Looking Beyond Data Centres

The massive impact of AI on people and the environment is just the tip of the iceberg. True AI sustainability requires a life-cycle approach focused on the common good.

Donation Projects 2025 – Our Recommendations for a Sustainable and Fair Digital World

Want to get involved in creating a sustainable digital future? Here are our recommendations for organisations to donate to.

“The New Oil”: How Data Centres Threaten Climate Protection—And What We Can Do About It

Data centres threaten the energy transition, drain water resources and harm human health. Can we slow their growth before it's too late?

Permacomputing – How the Concept of Permaculture Is Being Adapted to the Digital World

The perpetual drive to create bigger, stronger, faster is destroying our planet. It's time we took a hard look at permacomputing principles.

Looking at the Entire Life Cycle: Tips for Sustainable AI Development and Use

AI users and developers can influence AI sustainability. We present the essential steps to creating a sustainable AI model.

Renewable Energy and Waste Heat Re-Use: Supercomputer MeluXina’s Strategies for Green, Fast Computing Power

Our modern world relies on carbon-emitting supercomputers. Enter: MeluXina, a supercomputer setting the standard for green computing power.

How AI’s Failure on Linguistic Diversity is Deepening Global Inequality

AI's lack of linguistic diversity marginalises millions worldwide, compounding economic, social and technological inequalities. However, efforts to create a more inclusive AI future are underway.

How The Engine Room Inspires “A Renewed Sense of Hope” in the Face of Misinformation

Amidst social media echo chambers, it’s harder than ever to access accurate, quality information. The Engine Room wants to tackle this by promoting healthier information ecosystems.

“Data Centres Will Account for the Majority of Digitalisation’s CO2 Emissions”: An Interview With Ralph Hintemann (Borderstep Institute)

Data centre energy consumption is already high—thanks to AI, it’s set to skyrocket. We talked to Dr Ralph Hintemann about potential solutions.