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Will the Climate survive AI's Environmental demands? Well, I've been asking the reverse question. Will AI's growth be curtailed by humanity because its demand on environmental resources will create scarcity for human beings as well as accelerate climate change too far? Will AI growth plateau because we just wake up and realise we need energy security for homes and work as well as need water to drink for our survival? Something I was discussing with Lorenza Clifford. Every AI prompt, function or image you process ...how much water, how much energy does it use? What's the carbon footprint cost to the Climate? Not much..but now multiply that by all the prompts you do each day, week, month and year. Multiply that by the billions of people using AI globally. That's billions of litres of water. That's billions of phone charges worth of energy, every day. You really think AI is an innocent affordance? Ethically, is it worth it for your conscience or its cost to humanity as well as life on Earth? I'm lucky if I use AI once or twice a week for more than a few prompts a time. I'm sensitive to each prompt costing water and energy. What conservation are you practicing? If it came down to it, and AI disappeared, I personally wouldn't miss it.

🚨 Article Alert 🚨 Check out James Fisher’s article in LBC Views, where he dives into the critical intersection of AI and clean energy as we head toward 2030! 🌍⚡ As AI becomes a driving force in innovation, it’s vital that we align its growth with sustainability goals. James explores how the UK, with its push for clean power by 2030, can lead the way in developing AI that’s not only cutting-edge but also climate-conscious. 🌱💡 From the UN’s Global Digital Compact to the energy demands of advanced AI, this is a must-read on how we can harness AI for good—without compromising our planet. Let’s make AI a catalyst for sustainable development and equity! https://lnkd.in/e6aCFNxe #CimateWeek #AI #CleanEnergy #Sustainability #DigitalTransformation #DataForGood #Qlik #UNGA #LBCViews #ResponsibleAI

The projected energy costs of AI are rarely discussed. Very well represented in the energy source structure of the Matrix........ https://lnkd.in/edSMN9v9

Artificial intelligence (AI) stands out as one of the most transformative and powerful tools in a world increasingly dominated by technology. However, a significant drawback is often overlooked—AI’s voracious appetite for energy. As governments and environmental regulatory groups (ERG) remain seemingly passive, this issue threatens to escalate. Why aren’t these bodies taking decisive action? This post delves into the heart of the problem, explores why urgent measures are needed, and offers recommendations for addressing the environmental impact of AI. https://lnkd.in/g8KKrGuY

Fab article in Business News Wales about Optimise AI win with Department for Energy Security and Net Zero on the use of AI for decarbonisation. https://lnkd.in/erhcyTHC #ai #climatetech Technology Connected #digitaltwin #energy #climatecrisis

Digital technologies play a crucial role in accelerating the energy transition. However, we must gain a deep understanding of the problems we are trying to solve through technology to ensure success in solving them. I had a great time discussing topics such as #AI and #CloudComputing with Kurt Swakhoven

The journey towards a sustainable, secure, and accessible energy future is complex, demanding innovative solutions and unwavering commitment. With this blog, I dive into the power of hybrid AI and generative AI to revolutionize the energy sector. Is it the end of fossil fuel? I believe that with the help from AI, we are seeing the beginning of an era powered by clean fossil fuel AND renewable energies? I look forward to your questions and comments. #energy #artificialintelligence #renewableenergy #oilandgas https://lnkd.in/gqzrkAbz

Exciting strides towards #NetZero ⚡💡🔋. The University of Strathclyde is leading an innovative #AIProject, JED-AI, aimed at empowering households to make smarter energy decisions. By integrating AI with social science, this initiative will explore how households can better use #LowCarbonTechnologies (LCTs) and participate in energy demand flexibility services, contributing to a #GreenerFuture. Discover more on this project 👉 https://brnw.ch/21wMp3B

The energy sector is undergoing a critical shift, driven by the urgent need for sustainability and efficiency. In this race for a cleaner tomorrow, Generative AI is emerging as a powerful new tool. Learn more in our latest news. https://lnkd.in/g6DEMjfC

AI cuts carbon capture design time from 100 days to 24 hours. A Heriot-Watt University-led project has reduced the time required for carbon capture and storage design from 100 days to 24 hours using AI techniques. #carboncapture #carbonemissions #carbondioxide #decarbonisation #climatechange #climatecrisis #climateaction #climatesolutions #netzero