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The Environmental Costs of AI
This chapter examines the environmental ramifications of artificial intelligence, focusing on the unclear energy and water usage of AI systems. It discusses the Jevons Paradox and highlights the need for greater transparency among AI companies to mitigate their growing carbon footprints. Policymakers are urged to consider the public health and sustainability impacts of technology while implementing strategies like geographic load balancing to optimize resource usage.
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