Generative AI technology, while being a significant innovation, is raising concerns over its environmental impact. The development and operation of high-performance AI models require substantial computational power, leading to increased energy consumption, water demands, and associated environmental costs. Critics question whether the benefits of generative AI, such as advancements in education, technology, and decision-making, justify its ecological footprint. Discussions also highlight the cognitive cost of AI on mental processes and decision-making. The concentrated control of this technology among a few companies also adds structural concerns about power dynamics in the tech industry, as noted in a Boston Review analysis.