Interesting insights from Verge. • GPUs are crucial for AI but also have significant environmental impacts. • Manufacturing and data centers contribute to pollution and e-waste issues. • The US has more data centers than any other country, raising local concerns. • Critics argue that AI's environmental impact is unfairly singled out compared to other industries. • Many consumers do not yet see the promised benefits of AI technology. • Fast fashion and consumer electronics also harm the environment but remain popular. • Venture capitalists face backlash for blaming consumers for AI's slow adoption.