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AI and cloud boom strain water supplies as Centre touts advanced cooling fixes
Economy
Published on 3 May 2026
Researchers warn AI data centres guzzle water yearly
As India’s AI and cloud sectors surge, water management is emerging as a new pressure point. Researchers say these fast-growing technologies could drive large annual water demand, intensifying local resource stress. The Centre, however, insists industry is deploying advanced cooling systems to cut both water use and energy consumption, aiming to balance growth with sustainability.
- AI and cloud growth is pushing water use into the spotlight
- Researchers flag potentially large annual water demand from data centres
- The Centre says advanced cooling systems reduce water and energy use
- Cooling tech becomes central to making expansion sustainable
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