Amazon's Water Use in Data Centers: A Dive into Efficiency
Amazon's recent water consumption report reveals staggering figures that raise serious sustainability questions. In this episode, we dive into the details, examining how Amazon's data centers consumed 2.5 billion gallons of water last year—a volume that could fill multiple swimming pools. This is the first time they've publicly shared such data, coinciding with a moratorium on new data centers in Seattle, influenced by environmental concerns.
Efficiency Metrics
Despite the hefty number, Amazon claims it’s on an efficiency glide path, reporting a usage rate of 0.12 liters per kilowatt-hour, a…
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