The economic benefits of generative artificial intelligence (AI) could reach US$7.9 trillion annually (1). The emergence of groundbreaking generative AI tools has spurred development (2). However, the explosion of generative AI is exacerbating the global climate crisis. The scientific community, industry, and policy-makers must urgently address its effects. The economic benefits of generative artificial intelligence (AI) could reach US$7.9 trillion annually (1). The emergence of groundbreaking generative AI tools has spurred development (2). However, the explosion of generative AI is exacerbating the global climate crisis. The scientific community, industry, and policy-makers must urgently address its effects. Science
Generative AI exacerbates the climate crisis | Science
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