How much energy does AI use? What we actually know
Data centers, training runs and everyday queries: what the International Energy Agency and researchers say about AI's electricity use, and why estimates vary so much.
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Environment & Sustainability
The environmental footprint of AI, and AI for climate.
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How AI is used in agriculture: precision farming and beyond
Crop monitoring, precision spraying, yield prediction, livestock health, robotics and climate adaptation: how AI is changing farming, and the barriers for smaller farms.
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How AI is used in the energy sector: grids, renewables and efficiency
Forecasting wind and solar, balancing grids, predictive maintenance and efficiency: how AI supports the energy transition — and its own power demand.
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AI for social good: what works, from flood forecasts to conservation
Flood forecasting, wildlife conservation, humanitarian aid, poverty mapping and health access: real examples of AI for social impact, and the lessons for doing it well.
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