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‘Thirsty’ ChatGPT uses four times more water than previously thought (www.thetimes.com)
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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

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[–] 13esq -1 points 3 hours ago (1 children)

I don't understand the hate for AI. It's a new technology that has some teething issues, but it's only going to get better and more efficient.

[–] pyre 8 points 3 hours ago (1 children)

it won't if you don't force it to. that's like saying companies will pollute less if you give them enough time. no, you have to grab their balls and force them to do it.

[–] 13esq -3 points 2 hours ago (1 children)

I think it's fair to say that pretty much every industry is more efficient and cleaner than it used to be and I don't see why AI would be an exception to that.

[–] pyre 2 points 1 hour ago

i think you're not thinking about what efficiency means for corporations.