Position: Neglecting the Sustainability of AI is Fuelling a Global AI Arms Race
A new position paper argues that the current focus on environmental sustainability in AI neglects crucial economic and social aspects. The paper proposes that true sustainable AI requires balancing climate impact mitigation with equitable access to development resources. By applying Karl Marx's base-superstructure framework and introducing the CARAML framework, the authors offer recommendations for achieving sustainable AI across multiple levels. AI
IMPACT Highlights the need for a holistic approach to AI sustainability, potentially influencing future development guidelines and policy discussions.