Amazon used more energy than New Zealand in 2025

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Amazon has reported that its energy consumption in 2025 exceeded New Zealand's total usage. The company's carbon footprint rose 16 percent during the year.

Amazon disclosed the figures as part of its latest environmental update. AWS, the company's cloud computing division, pointed to growing AI workloads as a key driver behind the increase in emissions.

The revelation covers operations from the previous calendar year. No additional details on specific energy sources or reduction plans were included in the announcement.

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