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The Inquiry

Do we have enough energy to power AI?

Jun 27, 2024
Artificial Intelligence's energy demands are explored, posing challenges for sustainability. AI's impact spans healthcare, climate change, and global challenges. The rise in living standards globally increases electricity demand, with AI influencing energy grids. Renewable energy for AI centers and regulations may be key for sustainability.
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Quick takeaways

  • AI integration with quantum computers can aid in addressing climate change challenges.
  • Growing AI energy demands highlight the need for renewable energy solutions to sustain operations.

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Use of AI in Healthcare and Climate Change

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is already benefiting various sectors like healthcare, with examples such as Google's Met Gemini assisting doctors in patient analysis and DeepMind Alpha Fold predicting protein folding for personalized medication. AI is also contributing to combating climate change by improving disaster prediction accuracy and aiding in finding solutions through quantum computers. The integration of quantum computers with AI holds potential in addressing significant challenges like fighting climate change.

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