Video: Tech to pay for data energy use By EPN Staff Seven large tech companies have committed to funding the energy they need for power-thirsty data centers. The pledge comes as President Donald Trump has announced the Ratepayer Protection Pledge, which will protect Americans from footing the bill for private tech companies. In an exclusive interview with Energy Platform News, Energy Secretary Chris Wright addresses how the previous administration failed to provide these protections to the country. SUGGESTED STORIES 16 AGs accuse Big Tech of using ‘environmental accounting gimmicks’ Sixteen attorneys general from across the country suggested late last month that some of the world’s largest tech companies are engaging in “environmental accounting gimmicks” to appear greener than they really are. This group of Republican attorneys general sent Mic Read more Oil and tech firms expand partnerships to boost efficiency and safety Oil and gas producers are forming new partnerships with major technology firms to integrate artificial intelligence, automation and advanced data analytics across their operations. Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) recently entered a strategic agreement with Mi Read more The Data Center divide — can progress be made without draining resources and patience Republican lawmakers in Wisconsin are seeking to maximize data center benefits while mitigating the energy demands and costs. Data centers are large computer complexes that support artificial intelligence programs and other digital services. They’ve come under fire for the amount o Read more
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