AI's Voracious Energy Appetite Stokes Tech's Fossil Fuel Temptation
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AI models require massive amounts of energy to power data centers, and demand is growing rapidly. Energy use could double in just 2 years.
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Tech companies have made public sustainability pledges, but may turn to fossil fuels to meet AI's energy demands.
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Executives predict a shortage of renewable energy to power projected growth of data centers. Some suggest tapping more into gas and coal.
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Tech firms already have a poor record on meeting sustainability goals. Pursuing fossil fuels could further set back emissions reductions.
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AI's energy appetite has led to more data centers across the US. Some states may delay retiring fossil fuel plants to meet demand.