An unusual study aims to estimate pollution and health costs of clustered data centers.
They publishedWhen Data Centers Cluster Together, How Dirty Are They? One County Wants Answers.
First reportThe New York Times · 1 Oct, 09:02Z
Latest reportThe New York Times · 1 Oct, 09:02Z
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What
An unusual study aims to estimate pollution and health costs linked to clustered data centers.
Why
The findings could clarify the broader costs associated with concentrations of data centers.
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