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The Week in Green Software: AI’s Power Problem

Environment Variables

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Energy Efficiency Challenges in Green Software

The chapter explores the energy inefficiency issues in green software, focusing on reducing AI's energy footprint through optimization and the debate of using nuclear power to address high energy consumption in data centers. It delves into the economic aspects of energy usage, discussing the influence of independent system operators and energy companies on energy consumption and infrastructural development. The importance of investing in energy efficiency as an alternative to meet demand is emphasized, highlighting the need to bridge the 'silicon gap' and maximize chip efficiency for significant energy savings.

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