Topic: co₂ emissions
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Roman Concrete's CO2 Footprint Matches Modern Concrete
Roman concrete, the ancient building material that constructed iconic structures like the Colosseum and Pantheon, has long been praised for its durability. However, new research reveals its environmental impact might not be as different from modern concrete as previously believed. While Roman...
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Mistral's AI Environmental Audit Reveals Planet Impact
Mistral's environmental audit of its Large 2 AI model revealed that training and running queries account for over 85% of emissions and 91% of water use, highlighting key areas for mitigation. While individual AI interactions have modest impacts (1.14g CO₂ per text page), cumulative effects are su...
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