We already know that governments are preparing for wars over water, but nobody predicted that it would be to maintain data centers, not sustain human life...
Amazon said its global data-center operations withdrew about 2.5 billion gallons of water in 2025, as data center companies around the world face growing scrutiny over the environmental impact of artificial intelligence.
The company said water use at sites it owns and operates directly fell 2% from 2024 levels, even while it expanded its data-center footprint.
