Gulf's AI Hubs Face Water Crisis, Consuming 426 Billion Liters Annually by 2030
Summary
Gulf's booming AI hubs face a looming water crisis, with data centers projected to consume over 426 billion liters annually by 2030, straining the region's scarce freshwater resources as traditional cooling systems rely heavily on water.
Key Points
- The Gulf's AI data centers are projected to consume over 426 billion liters of water annually by 2030, straining limited freshwater resources.
- Traditional cooling systems rely heavily on water, creating an environmental concern in the water-scarce Gulf region.
- While some operators explore alternatives like treated wastewater and air cooling, adoption remains limited across the Gulf.