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The Data Fix with Dr. Mél Hogan
Thirsty, with Shaolei Ren
May 13, 2024
Researcher Shaolei Ren discusses the impact of water in data centers for generative AI, highlighting the environmental concerns and future water demands of AI projects. The conversation explores the need for transparency in water usage reporting by big tech companies and proposes solutions for a more sustainable future for AI.
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- Sustainable computing practices can reduce the environmental impact of data centers and AI technologies by optimizing algorithms and considering water conservation alongside carbon control.
- Standardized reporting of water consumption for AI processes is essential to assess and mitigate environmental impacts, highlighting the importance of including water considerations in AI ethics and sustainability frameworks.
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Importance of Sustainable Computing
Sustainable computing plays a crucial role in reducing the environmental impact of data centers and AI technologies. By focusing on sustainable computing practices, such as optimizing algorithms and machine learning, and considering factors like water conservation alongside carbon control, researchers like Charles Leirin aim to address the growing energy and water consumption associated with technology development.
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