Hidden impact: PFAS, air pollution and data centres

Hidden impact: PFAS, air pollution and data centres

Data centres are becoming the backbone of the AI economy, but their environmental impacts extend far beyond soaring energy demand. Scientists and campaigners are now raising questions about a hidden and largely unregulated risk: airborne PFAS pollution from the facilities  powering the digital revolution.  It’s here to cure cancer, take us to Mars, automate transport and drive energy efficiencies. On the flip side, it’s taking your job, stealing…