Microsoft Pledged to Save Water. In the A.I. Era, It Expects Water Use to Soar. - The New York Times

kept by eddie jan 28

Microsoft projects its data center water use will more than double by 2030 due to the artificial intelligence boom, despite previous pledges to conserve water.

Where Are the Most Data Centers Planned?
Rural areas in the southern United States are expected to host the most planned data centers, despite their noise and power demands.
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