At least 25% of global data centers face seasonal water shortages, study finds

A recent study has highlighted that a significant portion of the world’s data centers, at least 25%, are located in regions where water demand exceeds supply at certain times of the year. Conducted by Lorenzo Rosa and colleagues, the study mapped thousands of data centers against local water availability, revealing that seasonal shortages could impact operations. Although the study does not directly link data centers to local water shortages, it underscores the growing concern over resource management, particularly in areas with high water stress. This finding has implications for regions such as Oklahoma and Louisiana, where discussions about potential moratoriums on data centers are already underway. Watch for how policymakers in Oklahoma and Louisiana respond to the study’s findings.

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