The demand for data is rapidly increasing, leading to a rise in data centres, particularly in regions like drought-stricken Queretaro, Mexico, where they consume significant amounts of water and electricity. Locals are facing challenges due to water rationing as these facilities continue to expand in their area.
Explain It To Me Like I’m 5: Big companies are building big buildings full of computers to store information, but these buildings use a lot of water and electricity, which is making it hard for people nearby to have enough water to drink.
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