SURGING ENERGY DEMANDS AND CHALLENGES OF AI
AI is a double-edged sword, argues SONNY ARAGBA-AKPORE While findings show that artificial intelligence (AI) is both a driver of efficiency, but a growing challenge, leading AI and cloud providers
AI is a double-edged sword, according to a new report by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU) and the World Benchmarking Alliance (WBA). While AI is a driver of efficiency, it is also a growing challenge due to its increasing energy demands and emissions. Four major AI and cloud providers saw their emissions rise by up to 239% between 2020 and 2024, while 14 large telecom operators reduced their emissions by 11% over the same period.
The report highlights the need for AI growth to align with clean energy investments and emissions management, emphasizing the critical role of the ICT sector in shaping a more sustainable digital future.
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