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How a Chipmaker Slashed Water Use by 30 Percent
In this episode of The Operations Podcast, Lucas and Luna dig into the unlikely story of how a major semiconductor manufacturer cut water consumption by 30 percent across its fabs. They explore the specific operational changes—from ultra-pure water recycling loops to machine-learning-driven cooling adjustments—that made the difference. The conversation covers the trade-offs between water recovery and energy use, the role of real-time sensors, and the broader pressure on chipmakers to address water scarcity as production scales. With concrete numbers and a look at the competitive edge that…
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