July 8, 2024

Can the climate survive the insatiable energy demands of the AI arms race?

In this article:

New computing infrastructure means big tech is likely to miss emissions targets but they can’t afford to get left behind in a winner takes all market
Total electricity consumption from data centers could double from 2022 levels by 2026, per IEA
Water usage is significant too
Carbon intensity from energy source a key variable for calculating environmental cost, per a UK Govt backed report
Read more:
1. The numbers
2. Is there enough renewable energy?
3. How soon can we build new renewable energy projects?
4. Will AI’s demand for electricity grow for ever?
5. Won’t AI firms learn to use less electricity?

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