How some data center operators are tackling their water use problems
Summary
The Wired/Ars Technica piece examines how data center operators address water scarcity and its impact on cooling systems. It highlights evaporative cooling, regional water stress, and corporate commitments (Google, Microsoft, Oracle) to replenish and reuse water, as well as site-specific hydrologic assessments to optimize cooling strategies. The article also discusses public skepticism and the trade-offs between water use, energy demand, and emissions.