We’ve all been worried about AI taking our jobs, but it is already taking away something far more valuable – water.But how is water usage related to AI?
Connecting the dots
AI functions with the help of natural resources like any other thing on Earth. Its servers are planted in several data centres that require natural energy to work.
Calculating AI’s diet
According to the IEA, a ChatGPT request gobbles up 2.9 watt-hours. We are pouring out a bottle of water each time we ask ChatGPT to generate a 100-word email.
Stop the damage
Think of skipping ChatGPT like taking a shorter shower. Each time ones goes for a 10-minute shower, they use 25 gallons of water which equals 156 AI prompts.