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Energy Challenges in AI Development
This chapter examines the shift in bottlenecks within the AI industry from hardware shortages to energy shortages, emphasizing the growing need for electricity to power data centers. It discusses major tech companies' investments in renewable energy and the sustainability implications of increased energy demand spurred by advancements in AI. The chapter also contemplates the potential societal impacts of energy consumption, local resource conflicts, and innovative solutions like the relocation of data centers to space.
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