Tag: Energy efficiency

. This article explores the impact of the AI model ChatGPT on water resources in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, already facing water shortages. Research shows that each use of the model will cost 500-milliliter bottle of water. Companies in the area are being warned to consider water use when introducing AI services. Pushing for sustainable practices, the UAE is hosting the UN COP28 event, aiming to achieve net zero emissions. It is essential for MENA countries to invest in energy efficient green data centers to protect the environment against the usage of AI models.

Noise pollution in the oceans is a serious problem as it not just affects marine life but also the climate. Engineers are now introducing looped blades propellers that reduce noise pollution and boost efficiency. Sharrow Marine, founded by Greg Sharrow, is currently selling loop-based propellers to recreational boaters, and the shipping industry is exploring alternative fuel sources to reduce emissions and consumption.

Discover how ATES technology could reduce fossil fuel reliance, power grid resilience, and our carbon footprint. Utilizing giant underground pools of water for future cooling and heating of homes offers an innovative and cost-efficient way to store energy from renewable sources. Learn more!

Cortical Labs is revolutionizing digital AI, using a hybrid AI system of human neurons and synthetic biology to create an energy-efficient and powerful Organoid Intelligence (OI). Funded by $10M, Cortical Labs has a variety of potential applications, many of which were explored in an article published in Neuron. CEO and founder, Hon Weng Chong, is most excited for the limitless possibilities his technology will bring and future scaling of processes.

. Discover the extreme scenarios of the future of our cities: the ‚Gray Scenario‘ of unsustainable urban environments, or the ‚Green Scenario‘ of a low-carbon and inclusive city. KONE, a leader in the elevator and escalator industry, is researching how our cities can become livable & sustainable for future generations. Modernizing existing buildings and embracing smart technology are key for a climate-friendly urban environment.