DeepMind exec: AI assesses climate issues, falls short of full solution
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Amid efforts by climate scientists and advocates to address environmental challenges, Google DeepMind Climate Action Lead Sims Witherspoon sees potential in
She emphasized that the source code data and verification methods are openly accessible. Despite recognizing AI’s potential in addressing climate change, Witherspoon also warned that this emerging technology is not a cure-all.
Sims Witherspoon said AI is not a universal solution for climate challenges. She underscored the importance of deploying AI responsibly, acknowledging its environmental impact due to energy-intensive processes until the grid operates on carbon-free energy.
In May, Boston University’s Kate Saenko warned about the environmental impact of AI models like GPT-3. The 175 billion parameter model consumed energy equivalent to 123 cars for a year, generating 552 tons of CO2, even before its public release.
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