14 Apr 2026 10:51 am
It shouldn’t beVegas » 14 Apr 2026, 10:35 am » wrote: ↑ This is going to be a huge issue in most states, including California. As AI gets more integrated in our daily lives, the pollution coming from their data centers will be enormous. They are working on their carbon footprint, but their demand is outrunning their infrastructure.
modern data centers use closed-loop cooling systems to efficiently manage heat while reducing water consumption. These systems circulate water or refrigerant through sealed pipes to cool IT equipment without exposing the coolant to air, minimizing evaporation. While some rely on water-intensive open-loop evaporation, many are shifting to closed-loop to reduce water use by up to 70%.
power plants cause water pollution, look that one up