thirsty AI.
AI Water Usage Calculator
You use AI. That’s cool! But have you ever considered its true environmental impact? It’s a perspective many overlook. I certainly didn’t think about it until I learned just how much water is required to keep these systems cool and running efficiently.
USE AI? IT’S THIRSTY WORK.
The Math:
Researchers at the University of California and the University of Texas have found that every ChatGPT conversation—25-50 questions and answers—requires about 500mL of water.
I’ve gone extreme. 50 questions a day in a 31 day month. If you’re like me though, that might actually be a low ball figure!