‘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?