How big is AI's carbon footprint? | BBC News

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Big tech firms have scrambled to add AI-powered services since ChatGPT burst onto the scene. They use far more power than conventional applications, making going online much more energy-intensive. Researchers estimate that the AI industry could consume as much energy annually as a country the size of the Netherlands by 2027. Subscribe here: http://bit.ly/1rbfUog For more news, analysis and features visit: www.bbc.com/news #Tech #Climate #BBCNews