The AI boom has caused a huge surge in energy consumption, so how is the tech industry thinking about its environmental footprint as it invests in new AI models?

Emily Kwong, host and reporter for NPR’s Short Wave podcast, finds out what solutions are being considered that might meet both consumer demand and address climate concerns.

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This episode was produced by Avery Keatley and Megan Lim, with audio engineering by Ted Mebane.
It was edited by Adam Raney, Sarah Robbins and Rebecca Ramirez.
Our executive producer is Sami Yenigun.