Data Centers and Water Consumption — EESI Policy Brief
Environmental and Energy Study Institute overview of data center water consumption crisis. Many AI data centers are built in the driest regions to capitalize on solar power, placing enormous strain on already-limited water supplies.
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Glen Kerby
Founder, I Drink Living Water
“This is exactly what our focus on environment and technology needs to stay focused on. This a battle for water between every living thing on this planet and advanced computing. Thinking outside the box is going to required, and better information for all of us as we make life decisions.”
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