Big Tech Accused of AI ‘Greenwashing’

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By Joey GrosternFeb 17, 2026, 6:02 am
The big tech industry’s claims about the climate benefits of artificial intelligence (AI) are largely unproven and unsubstantiated, according to a new report from a coalition of climate advocacy and accountability groups. The report found that only 26 percent of the climate claims made by big tech companies…

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