Andy Masley (2025-01-13). Using ChatGPT is not bad for the environment.
Using ChatGPT is not as harmful to the environment as some believe. While it may use more energy than a Google search, the overall impact is small compared to other online activities. Claims about ChatGPT’s water usage are often misleading, as most water consumption relates to energy production rather than direct use by the service. Additionally, the energy and water used by ChatGPT are minimal when viewed in the context of other internet activities. Overall, focusing on personal ChatGPT use distracts from larger climate issues that require attention.
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