The 'cloud' requires heaps of energy to stay aloft. Could synthetic DNA be the answer? | Aeon Videos
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The video discusses the inefficiency of current cloud data storage, emphasizing its significant carbon footprint, and suggests that DNA storage could offer a sustainable alternative.
Since 2013, DNA data storage has demonstrated remarkable efficiency, providing hope for addressing the growing data storage demands in an environmentally friendly manner.
Scaling DNA storage technology faces challenges, yet ongoing collaborations and innovations are crucial in overcoming these obstacles to pave the way for its global implementation.
Efforts from institutions like Université Côte d'Azur and the National Centre for Scientific Research illustrate how interdisciplinary approaches can bolster the development of advanced data storage solutions.
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