The Institution of Engineering and Technology (IET) rings the alarm on the environmental consequences of trends generating artificial intelligence (AI), because the last mode of being transformed into pocket dolls and action figures are gaining momentum.
Despite the sharp increase in doll figures appearing on social deadlines, the statistics of the IET reveal that only 16% of people are aware of the environmental tolls associated with the use of AI. The cooling of the servers that feeds AI requires substantial water resources, with estimates indicating that Chatgpt consumes more than one water bottle of 500 ml per request of 100 words *. Surprisingly, almost a third of the population remains unconscious of AI water consumption, wrongly believing that the manufacture of an email of 100 words does not require water.
Although IA creations can be entertaining, they include significant environmental and financial costs, which will only increase as the adoption of AI increases
Professor Peter Bannister, president of the political and zero politician center of the IET
Positively, 60% of respondents would reduce their use if they became aware of significant energy consumption to make a request – but as AI trends continue to grow, greater awareness is necessary.
Professor Peter Bannister, president of the IT -zero -zero -zero policy center, stressed: “Although IA creations can be entertaining, they come with significant environmental and financial costs, which will only increase as the adoption of AI increases.
“To alleviate this impact, the public can take immediate measures, such as questioning the need to use these platforms. When you use them, be precise with your prompts to minimize errors and avoid repeated requests – more requests mean more water. Remember that generative tools are not search engines; These are specialized tools that must be used wisely.
“We are already aware of the advantages of recycling and water conservation by deactivating the taps when they are not used. The next consumer consciousness phase involves being selective on the technology we use and optimizing its effectiveness. ”
The IET stresses how regulations should now look beyond the immediate challenges of AI development with the much wider impact it has on the environment.
Peter added: “Current data centers are not durable without a greener infrastructure, so we must see government support to build sustainability in appropriate regulations.
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