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Image generated with Dall-E: Modern data center surrounded by nature, with wind turbines, solar panels, and greenery, emphasizing eco-friendly technology and clean energy. Introduction The digital revolution has transformed our world, but at what cost to our environment? Greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from data centers have already surpassed those of the global airline industry and […]
tl;dr The rise of AI, particularly large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT, has been transformative, making advanced technology accessible and widely used. However, with their growing adoption comes a pressing concern: the sustainability of their energy consumption. This article explores a practical approach to evaluating the power usage of different LLMs using a sample chatbot […]
The Problem It’s getting worse. Every day. The global emissions of carbon dioxide are still increasing , while our global budget to stay in the range of 1.5° C and 2° C is rapidly exhausting. The main emissions are produced by burning fossil fuels for energy generation, transportation and industrial production. Another big source of […]