# Splashing into the Deep End of AI Energy Consumption
So, you thought building underwater data centers was the “fishy” solution for powering up AI without frying the planet? Well, it turns out that swimming with the fishes might not be the saving grace we were hoping for! Let’s dive into the depths of this electrifying topic.
## Key Points:
– **Energy Drain**: Running AI takes a considerable amount of energy—think a puppy-sized black hole that just can’t stop munching on data!
– **Underwater Data Centers**: The idea was to submerge these centers beneath the waves to cool them down, which sounded pretty neat—like tech’s version of an underground lair, complete with sea creatures as sidekicks.
– **Not So Simple**: Experts revealed that these aquatic tech havens come with their own set of challenges—like maintaining equipment and the fact that fish may not appreciate the Wi-Fi signal in their habitat. Who knew they had such high standards?
– **Environmental Concerns**: The ecological impact is a concern, making one wonder if we’re saving the planet or merely giving fish a new form of digital stress.
– **Alternatives?**: The search continues for greener
As part of this experiment I would like to give credit where credit is due. If you enjoy these, please take a moment to read the original article:
https://www.wired.com/story/gadget-lab-podcast-660/
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