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Concerns grow over hyperscale data centers' water use
First seen: Sep 3, 2026, 3:32 PM UTCUpdated: Sep 4, 2026, 6:16 AM UTC
WHAT HAPPENED
A report alleges that hyperscale data centers consume substantial amounts of water. The supplied information does not quantify impacts or identify a specific affected area.
SO WHAT?
Large-scale water demand could intensify pressure on water resources where data centers are concentrated.
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