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cross-posted from: https://lemmy.zip/post/74351191

A proposed data center in northwestern Alberta could generate dozens of atomic bombs worth of heat every day.

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[–] marmotini_enjoyer@lemmy.blahaj.zone 3 points 8 hours ago* (last edited 8 hours ago)

I agree entirely, and I do hope my comment didn't appear to try to justify this insane data center buildout. We don't need any more data centers, and we need to completely eliminate fossil fuel usage.

I would also think that the heat may dry and kill the flora in the vicinity, which could potentially increase fire risk. But I'm no expert.