AI Data Centres Threaten Water Security by 2030
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By 2030, global data centres powering AI could consume 945 terawatt-hours of electricity, equivalent to the water usage of 1.3 billion people, intensifying freshwater competition. India's expanding AI ambitions, particularly in urban hubs, exacerbate this issue. Policies like public disclosure, scarcity-based water pricing, and efficient cooling are crucial to mitigate these environmental costs.
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