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‘Thirsty’ ChatGPT uses four times more water than previously thought (www.thetimes.com)

submitted 2 months ago by [email protected] to c/[email protected]

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cross-posted from: https://lemmy.dbzer0.com/post/32023985

Writing a 100-word email using ChatGPT (GPT-4, latest model) consumes 1 x 500ml bottle of water It uses 140Wh of energy, enough for 7 full charges of an iPhone Pro Max

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[–] [email protected] 6 points 2 months ago (1 children)

Dumbo I think what people mean is that demand will exceed supply, and as a result lots and lots of people will die of thirst. Water isn't something anyone can do without.

[–] [email protected] -3 points 2 months ago (1 children)

that demand will exceed supply

You think in terms of fixed supply and fixed manufacturing capacity - but this isn't the case. Production can be expanded as demand grows

[–] [email protected] 5 points 2 months ago

Production can be expanded as demand grows

Lol. You must really think that you're smarter than the whole field of hydrology and civil engineering, huh?