‘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

    • BlackLaZoR@fedia.io
      13·
      2 days 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

      • Prunebutt@slrpnk.netOP
        4·
        1 day 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?