Sam Altman on concerns over AI water use: 38,000 ChatGPT queries use as much as 1 almond

Altman made the comments while discussing the backlash against AI companies during an appearance on Tuesday’s episode of the new “Sources” podcast.

Thirty-eight thousand ChatGPT queries versus a single almond may sound like a strange sequel to the “100 men versus a gorilla” viral debate meme. Instead, it’s just Sam Altman’s response to public concerns over AI’s water usage. In a recent podcast, the OpenAI CEO sat down with tech reporter Alex Heath to discuss the f

The billionaire tech leader was discussing rampant backlash online against AI companies during an appearance on a Tuesday episode of the new “Sources” podcast with host Alex Heath.

Sam Altman refutes claims that AI computing consumes excessive water, emphasizing that contemporary data centers utilize advanced cooling technologies that differ significantly from outdated models. He likens the water consumption of AI systems to that of almond farming, dubbing prevalent narratives as misconceptions.