WaterConservation
2 ways you can conserve the water used to make your food
2 ways you can conserve the water used to make your food Conserve water used to make food by adopting more precise irrigation methods, such as sprinklers and drip systems, which can reduce water waste and improve crop yields. Match crops to local land, water, and climate conditions to reduce stress on scarce resources and […]
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Florida’s 1,100 natural springs are under threat – a geographer explains how to restore them
Florida’s 1,100 natural springs are under threat – a geographer explains how to restore them Florida’s 1,100 natural springs are under threat due to reduced flow, habitat loss, excessive algae, and human pressure, which can be attributed to factors such as agricultural irrigation, urbanization, mining, and industrial water use. The state of Florida has designated […]
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AI has a hidden water cost − here’s how to calculate yours
AI has a hidden water cost − here’s how to calculate yours Artificial intelligence systems consume significant amounts of water, with estimates suggesting that a single short conversation can use up to 500 milliliters of water. The water usage of AI systems varies widely depending on factors such as location, timing, and the type of […]
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Doorbell cameras could help cut your water bill
Doorbell cameras could help cut your water bill Researchers at Texas A&M University have developed an innovative irrigation system called ERIC (Efficient Rainfall-based Irrigation Control) that combines doorbell cameras and artificial intelligence to make lawn irrigation more efficient. The ERIC system can help users save up to $29 per month in utility costs and as […]
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Sam Altman claims an average ChatGPT query uses ‘roughly one fifteenth of a teaspoon’ of water
Sam Altman claims an average ChatGPT query uses ‘roughly one fifteenth of a teaspoon’ of water OpenAI CEO Sam Altman claims that an average ChatGPT query uses approximately 0.000085 gallons of water, equivalent to roughly one fifteenth of a teaspoon. The energy consumption of a single ChatGPT query is estimated to be around 0.34 watt-hours, […]
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