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A recent paper estimates the carbon cost of a single large language model query, such as ChatGPT, to be approximately $0.4 in environmental impact. The study combines life-cycle analysis and greenhouse gas emission data to assess the long-term consequences for future generations.
A recent paper estimates the carbon cost of a single large language model query, such as ChatGPT, to be approximately $0.4 in environmental impact. The study combines life-cycle analysis and greenhouse gas emission data to assess the long-term consequences for future generations.
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This paper reviews and combines findings from the fields of product and life-cycle analysis [36, 38], the usage of modern transformer- based large language models (LLM) [6], as well as on greenhouse gas emissions and the ultimate cost of their subsequent consequences for future generations [2]. In this paper, it...
Understanding the carbon footprint of AI queries highlights the environmental impact of widespread AI usage and informs efforts to develop more sustainable AI technologies. This insight is crucial as consumer AI adoption continues to rise.
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Carbon Cost of a ChatGPT Query Estimated at Around $0.4
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