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What is the environmental cost of AI search?

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The Energy Crisis: AI's Impact on Electrical Demand and Blackouts

This chapter explores the surging demand for electricity driven by increased air conditioning use and burgeoning AI applications, threatening the stability of North America's electrical grid. It also examines potential solutions from tech companies, including nuclear energy investments, while stressing the urgent need for immediate action to address the impending energy crisis.

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