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Environmental Impact

AI vs. an extra minute in the shower

An analysis of energy consumption in Large Language Models reveals that heavy AI usage (500 queries/day) can consume as much energy as heating a bedroom in winter or equate to a minute of shower water usage. Conservative usage (10 queries/day) has minimal impact, comparable to an LED bulb's hourly consumption, though traditional tools like Wikipedia remain more energy-efficient.

Can I ethically use LLMs?

An exploration of ethical concerns surrounding LLM usage, covering energy consumption, training data consent, job displacement, and power concentration. The author presents a balanced analysis of various ethical dilemmas while maintaining a cautious approach to LLM adoption, highlighting both potential benefits and risks of the technology.