Massive AI Data Centers Could Trigger Surge in Coal Use

Douglas McIntyre, Editor-in-Chief at Climate Crisis 24/7, warns that Mark Zuckerberg’s push to expand Meta’s massive AI data centers could place immense strain on the U.S. energy grid. With renewable energy growth lagging, McIntyre notes that fossil fuels—especially coal—may be used to meet demand, increasing air pollution and environmental damage. He highlights that Zuckerberg’s efforts may unintentionally make him one of the country’s top contributors to climate harm.