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The Environmental Impact of AI: Energy, Water and Land Behind the Digital Boom

Aerial view of a large data center campus beside a low-flow river, surrounded by power infrastructure and heat-stressed vegetation.
AI may seem weightless and digital, but its rapid expansion depends on increasingly resource-intensive infrastructure. Drawing on new research from UNU-INWEH and the IEA, this article looks beyond carbon emissions to explore how the AI boom is reshaping demand for energy, water and land, and why these pressures are becoming an issue for infrastructure planning.
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Low River Levels and Urban Resilience: Europe’s Hidden Infrastructure Risk

Record-low Danube water levels expose sandbanks near a riverside power plant during the 2026 European heatwave, illustrating the link between river infrastructure and urban resilience.
Europe's record-low river levels in the summer of 2026 disrupted far more than navigation, affecting power generation, transport, tourism and industrial supply chains. The events reveal why rivers should be viewed not only as natural landscapes but also as critical infrastructure essential to urban resilience.
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UN SDG Report 2026: Progress Continues, but the Window for Delivery Is Closing

UN SDG Report 2026: Progress Continues
The UN SDG Report 2026 presents a balanced assessment of global progress toward the Sustainable Development Goals, highlighting significant achievements alongside growing implementation challenges. The report argues that financing, institutional capacity and trustworthy data have become the decisive factors for delivering the 2030 Agenda.
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Libraries and Sustainable Development: How Libraries Support the Sustainable Development Goals

Modern public library interior illustrating how libraries support sustainable development through inclusive learning spaces, community engagement, and equal access to knowledge.
Modern libraries have evolved far beyond their traditional role, becoming essential institutions that support education, digital inclusion, AI literacy, and community resilience. This article explores how libraries contribute to the Sustainable Development Goals through lifelong learning, equitable access to information, and partnerships that strengthen sustainable development.
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Macedonian Energy Forum 2026: Connecting Climate Ambition with Regional Energy Transition

Macedonian Energy Forum 2026
Macedonian Energy Forum 2026 brought together policymakers, international organisations, investors and energy experts to discuss energy transition and climate resilience in Southeast Europe. The forum highlighted the growing importance of regional cooperation, infrastructure investment and practical implementation on the Road to COP31.
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ArchyEnergy 2026: Architecture Between Sustainability, Technology, and Long-Term Value in Novi Sad

ArchyEnergy 2026
ArchyEnergy 2026 brought together architects, investors, manufacturers, and sustainability experts in Novi Sad to discuss energy-efficient construction, long-term building performance, and the future of regional architecture. The conference highlighted how sustainable architecture increasingly depends not only on advanced technologies but also on durability, adaptability, and interdisciplinary cooperation between design, industry, and urban development stakeholders.
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ITS European Congress 2026: Bridging Innovation for Smart and Seamless Mobility in Istanbul

ITS European Congress 2026
The 17th ITS European Congress in Istanbul demonstrated how intelligent transport systems are moving from pilot projects to large-scale deployment. Bringing together policymakers, telecom leaders, transport operators, and mobility innovators, the congress highlighted the growing convergence of AI, connectivity, multimodal transport, and sustainable urban infrastructure.
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Less Strategy, More Implementation: Reflections from the Three Seas Initiative Summit and Business Forum

Three Seas Initiative Summit and Business Forum in Dubrovnik
The Three Seas Initiative Summit and Business Forum in Dubrovnik reflected a growing shift from regional strategy toward implementation-focused cooperation. Discussions centred on energy security, infrastructure, investment readiness and the increasing geopolitical role of connectivity and digital systems.
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