Why do we have to go to Mordor to learn about the water consumption of data centers? The answers would unsettle you. Says the @EUCommission and writes
The European Commission is reportedly withholding data on the water consumption of data centers, a practice criticized as opaque and potentially violating environmental conventions. This secrecy is particularly concerning given the significant water usage of these facilities, especially those supporting AI infrastructure. Critics argue this lack of transparency hinders environmental accountability and public awareness. AI
IMPACT Lack of transparency around data center water usage, critical for AI infrastructure, may hinder sustainable AI development.