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Our Tech has a Climate Problem: Here's how we solve it

TED Radio Hour

CHAPTER

Unveiling the Environmental Impact of AI Models

The chapter sheds light on the substantial energy consumption and environmental consequences of training AI models, likening their carbon emissions to that of multiple cars or homes. It addresses the challenge of balancing the benefits of AI technology with its escalating environmental costs, emphasizing the need for sustainable choices. Furthermore, it discusses innovative tools like Bloom and Code Carbon that estimate energy usage, carbon emissions, and the development of an energy star rating system for AI models.

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