Digital & E-waste Pollution

Introduction As cryptocurrencies continue to reshape global finance, their environmental toll remains a flashpoint of contention. Bitcoin, relying on the energy-intensive Proof of Work (PoW) mechanism, exemplifies this challenge. In 2025, mining operations consumed around 173 TWh of electricity, comparable to Australia's annual usage, while emitting approximately 39.8 million tonnes of CO₂—on par with Slovakia's emissions . This surge stems...

The digital revolution relies on vast networks of data centers, but their thirst for water is sparking global concern. According to recent studies, a typical 100-megawatt data center guzzles about 2 million liters (over 500,000 gallons) of water daily, comparable to the needs of 6,500 American households . Globally, these facilities consume around 560 billion liters annually, equivalent to...

The rapid ascent of AI technologies has prompted urgent regulatory responses worldwide, with the European Union leading through its comprehensive AI Act, while the United States grapples with a...

Unpacking the True Environmental Cost of AI’s Expansion As artificial intelligence (AI) weaves itself into the fabric of global technology, its environmental toll has come under increasing scrutiny. Behind the...

Introduction: Navigating the Lithium Landscape Lithium, often hailed as the white gold of the 21st century, is at the forefront of the global shift towards sustainable energy. With its crucial...