An “AI-First” approach prioritizes artificial intelligence in business operations and decision-making, treating it as a foundational element rather than just a tool. The benefits of this approach is felt across the world.
What is becoming less clear is forecasting AI’s demands of energy, water usage, rare mineral demand, and land-use conflicts. This article highlights the overlooked impact of AI on climate change. Even simple searches using AI tools impact the environment in untold ways.
To further this point, Satya Nadella, Microsoft CEO, explains the need to have real-world impact given the massive expense and climate impact of AI.
