AI
The Hidden Water Cost of AI Infrastructure
New cooling systems for AI data centers reduce local water usage but increase indirect consumption by raising electricity demand at power plants.
October 12, 2026, 03:08 PM·Crypto Briefing
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Money
US Data Center Water Demand Projected to Quadruple by 2028
US data center water consumption is projected to reach 72.6 billion gallons by 2028, prompting new federal reuse initiatives and legislative debates over construction moratoriums.
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