OpenAI says its data centers will pay for their energy costs and reduce water use

OpenAI says it will minimize water use and pay for power infrastructure upgrades needed to power its data centers. “We are good neighbors” company He saiddirect address Growing opposition For artificial intelligence projects amid rising utility bills.

“We are committed to paying for our energy costs ourselves, so that our operations do not increase your electricity prices,” OpenAI said. The company promised to work with local communities to reduce its impact Stargate data centers. OpenAI was not specific but said plans could include securing its own power supply or paying for local grid upgrades.

OpenAI also highlighted Huge amounts of water – Mostly potable – Used to cool data centers, which is a concern that drives us opposition To projects. The company said the impact can be minimized through “innovations in cooling water systems” and artificial intelligence design.

The OpenAI announcement comes on the heels of a A similar community pledge from Microsoft It is designed to address growing frustration on the ground in communities surrounding data centers. Dissent has become an increasing problem for, and even leads to, technology companies striving to build AI infrastructure Washed projects In some cases.