A research-based estimate suggests AI operations may consume enormous amounts of water when both data-center cooling and electricity generation are considered, highlighting the need for better disclosure.

Amazon is funding river restoration work in Australia as part of water-replenishment efforts associated with its data center operations and broader sustainability goals.

A Texas judge temporarily halted action on a proposed Westlake data center following a challenge from a neighboring homeowners association, reflecting ongoing local disputes over major projects.

Researchers examine the direct and indirect water demands associated with data centers while highlighting major gaps in company-level water-use disclosure.

A congressional proposal calls for stronger local authority over data center development, including public impact reports, water-use disclosures, community benefit agreements, and protections for residents.

Officials in Piqua, Ohio approved an agreement involving a Meta data center despite public opposition, adding another example of local debate surrounding large AI infrastructure projects.

A video explainer examining direct and indirect water use associated with data centers and the growing demand created by AI infrastructure.

This in-depth article examines the combined land, energy, and water demands of data centers and explains why their effects are highly local and especially important within stressed watersheds.