In discussions about AI's electricity consumption, Bill Gates presented a different viewpoint, emphasizing that concerns about AI's power demands are exaggerated, and that AI's contributions to scientific discovery and production processes far exceed its energy consumption. He cited examples of AI's role in improving steel production, optimizing meat processing, and weather forecasting. Gates also pointed out the potential of nuclear energy in addressing the climate crisis, noting that while current nuclear energy costs are high, advancements in technology, such as TerraPower's work on developing safer, more economical nuclear fission technology, hold promise for the future of affordable nuclear energy.
