How much water does artificial intelligence (AI) use? Is the water consumption manageable, or is it contributing to a crisis? AI systems like ChatGPT are consuming massive amounts of water, straining already stressed water resources. Some experts warn that continued, unfettered AI water use will fuel global water scarcity problems—which are already on track to reach crisis levels by 2030. Here’s a look at AI water consumption, and the possible outcomes.
AI Water Consumption Is Getting Out of Hand
