AI's Unquenchable Thirst for Water Raises Alarms

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By    |   Friday, 15 August 2025 07:34 AM EDT ET

When most people think about AI innovation, they picture the conveniences: apps that generate grocery lists, edit documents, or create digital art. What rarely comes to mind is the new technology's growing environmental footprint.

AI systems like chatbots and image generators are placing significant strain on global infrastructure. The rapid expansion of AI capabilities is beginning to outpace available energy and water resources, raising concerns among environmental and infrastructure experts.

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When most people think about AI innovation, they picture the conveniences: apps that generate grocery lists, edit documents, or create digital art.
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