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Cities must set the terms for the AI infrastructure boom
The rapid expansion of AI is driving the construction of energy-intensive data centers, posing challenges for cities worldwide. The C40 network of cities is launching the Global Urban Data Centres Pact to ensure data centers align with climate goals, avoid resource strain, and integrate into urban planning.
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