AI is increasing electricity consumption and carbon emissions, with significant rises reported by Microsoft and Google.
US tech giants must prioritize renewable energy use in their supply chains, especially in East Asia where reliance on fossil fuels is high.
Companies like Microsoft, Google, and Nvidia can help suppliers by expanding wind and solar projects, as successful models like Apple's China Clean Energy Fund demonstrate.
Investments in long-term energy agreements are essential, as seen with Google’s pioneering power purchase agreement in Taiwan.
Tech giants should aid in advocating for renewable energy policies and hold accountability for emissions reduction across their global supply chains.