The AI Diaries

Ep.95: The Invisible Cost: Understanding the True Water Footprint of Artificial Intelligence


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Todays episode takes a deep dive into an article titled "The Invisible Cost: Understanding the True Water Footprint of Artificial Intelligence" which examines the significant, often overlooked, water consumption of AI technologies. It highlights the substantial water usage in data center cooling and other operations, comparing AI's water footprint to other industries. The article explores the environmental consequences of this high water demand, including local water depletion and sustainability concerns. Finally, it proposes solutions involving technological innovation, policy changes, corporate responsibility, and collaborative efforts to mitigate AI's impact on water resources. Read the article here
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