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User raises concerns about AI emissions and district heating viability

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The user TimWardCam expressed concerns about noise pollution from low-grade emissions, suggesting they could only contribute to district heating when combined with modular CHP systems. They also noted that these emissions might be viable as a supplementary source for ground source heat pumps, potentially serving as good public relations for AI enthusiasts. AI

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User raises concerns about AI emissions and district heating viability

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    @ TimWardCam The noise is already an issue and there could not be direct district heating from the low grade emissions unless it was in combination with modular

    @ TimWardCam The noise is already an issue and there could not be direct district heating from the low grade emissions unless it was in combination with modular CHP systems (great success in Paris) However, as a top up to ground source heat pumps it might be viable and great PR f…

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