‘Thirsty’ ChatGPT uses four times more water than previously thought - eviltoast
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】@lemmy.world
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    2 days ago

    Yeah it’s not good.

    I live in an area with normally lush rivers and lakes, rich forest full of life. We’re going on like day 90 of drought conditions. I can’t even light a candle without starting a fucking forest fire.

    /Thirstily looks at Canada.