AI assistants on smartphones are consuming a significant amount of electricity, contributing to the overload of the US power grid. Google, one of the major players in this space, has acknowledged the issue and has committed to reducing the energy consumption of its AI assistant.
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Data center demand flexibility is crucial, but there are limitations on how flexible they can be. Google emphasizes the need for a diverse range of solutions to manage data center load growth and supports collaborating with industry partners to address energy consumption challenges.
- Google's statement on a Google blog post, August 2025
