The massive computer clusters powering artificial intelligence consume vast quantities to answer the world’s queries, but how is Big Tech redressing the balance?

cross-posted from: https://lemmy.dbzer0.com/post/32023985

Writing a 100-word email using ChatGPT (GPT-4, latest model) consumes 1 x 500ml bottle of water It uses 140Wh of energy, enough for 7 full charges of an iPhone Pro Max

  • 【J】【u】【s】【t】【Z】
    5•2 months ago

    Dumbo I think what people mean is that demand will exceed supply, and as a result lots and lots of people will die of thirst. Water isn’t something anyone can do without.

    • BlackLaZoR
      -2•2 months ago

      that demand will exceed supply

      You think in terms of fixed supply and fixed manufacturing capacity - but this isn’t the case. Production can be expanded as demand grows

      • @[email protected]OP
        4•2 months ago

        Production can be expanded as demand grows

        Lol. You must really think that you’re smarter than the whole field of hydrology and civil engineering, huh?