Rising emissions, depleting water and vanishing land—UN scientists: AI is threatening natural resources for billions
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Updates every hour. Last Updated: 15-Jun-2026 18:16 ET (15-Jun-2026 22:16 GMT/UTC)
Ahead of the World Environment Day, a new study by the United Nations scientists warns about the rising environmental footprints of AI and its lasting impacts on climate, water, and ecosystems
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