Data CenterJun 12, 2026, 01:26 AM· Seattle, US
Amazon’s data centers used 2.5 billion gallons of water last year
Summary
After Seattle enacted a one-year data center moratorium, Amazon disclosed for the first time that its global data centers used 2.5 billion gallons of water last year, amid growing concerns over water and energy consumption in AI data center construction.
Why it matters
This event highlights the massive water demand of AI data center expansion, potentially impacting future site selection and regulatory policies.
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Amazon / AWS
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