Cold weather and data centres increase US greenhouse gas emissions

A technician adjusts equipment inside a data centre, surrounded by rows of servers, as cold weather drives up energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.

According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration, energy consumption in the residential and commercial sectors surged by approximately 15% during the cold snap in late December 2022. This spike in energy usage coincided with a rise in emissions, as many states relied on fossil fuels to meet the increased demand. Moreover, the proliferation of data … Read more

Cold weather increases greenhouse gas emissions from data centres in the US

A technician adjusts equipment inside a data centre as cold weather drives up energy demands and greenhouse gas emissions.

The reliance on fossil fuels for electricity generation in many regions exacerbates the situation. As temperatures fall, utilities often turn to natural gas and coal to meet the heightened demand, resulting in a spike in greenhouse gas emissions. A report from the Environmental Protection Agency indicates that emissions from the power sector increased by 5% … Read more

Carbon capture company secures nearly £1m in funding

A group of investors and company representatives celebrate the announcement of nearly £1 million in funding for a carbon capture technology firm, emphasizing the importance of sustainable solutions in combating climate change.

This financial backing is intended to accelerate the company’s innovative carbon capture projects, which aim to capture and store carbon dioxide emissions from industrial processes, contributing to the broader goals of green technology. The recent investment highlights the growing recognition of carbon capture as a viable solution to mitigate climate change, especially as the UK … Read more