CleanTechnica•25 days ago
Massive Data Centers May Make Groundwater Pollution Worse
- •Data centers' substantial water demand for cooling poses a risk of exacerbating groundwater pollution if the water itself is contaminated.
- •This environmental concern could lead to increased scrutiny, permitting challenges, and public opposition for new data center developments.
- •Large power consumers, particularly data center operators, should prioritize sustainable water sourcing and advanced cooling technologies to mitigate environmental impact and operational risks.
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