How much energy does AI use compared to humans?

- A recent paper challenges assumptions about the energy use of AI models, finding that AI systems emit significantly fewer carbon dioxide equivalents (CO2e) compared to humans when producing text or images.

- The authors emphasize the importance of measuring carbon emissions from AI activities to inform sustainability policies.

- The ongoing debate among AI researchers highlights the challenges of accounting for the interactions between climate, society, and technology.

Source : https://venturebeat.com/ai/how-much-energy-does-ai-use-compared-to-humans-surprising-study-ignites-controversy/

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