We discuss the growing water problem caused by the proliferation of data centers that power AI and cloud computing. These data centers, which are essential for our digital lives, are consuming massive amounts of water, especially in water-stressed regions like the American Southwest and the Middle East. We explore the direct and indirect water usage of these facilities, the efforts by tech companies to address the issue, and the broader systemic challenges around water management.
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