TECHNOLOGYTHE VERGE
AI has a water problem. Google thinks it has a fix
Google is addressing environmental concerns related to its AI data centers by committing to replenish more water than it uses by 2030. The company also pledged to invest in local water infrastructure, identify alternative water sources, and improve transparency around water use.
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