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Bluesky user suggests country club conversion for data center water use

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Simon Willison, writing on Bluesky, suggested a novel approach for hyperscalers facing scrutiny over data center water consumption. His proposal involves acquiring country clubs, transforming their golf courses into public parks, and encouraging former members to take up birdwatching as a sustainable alternative hobby. AI

RANK_REASON The item is a commentary on a suggestion made by a user on a social media platform regarding a hypothetical solution to an industry problem.

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Bluesky user suggests country club conversion for data center water use

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  1. Bluesky Jetstream — AI desk TIER_1 English(EN) · simonwillison.net ·

    Suggestion for hyperscalers feeling pressure over data center water use:

    Suggestion for hyperscalers feeling pressure over data center water use: Buy up a few exclusive country clubs, convert the golf courses into public parks, pay for guides and binoculars to get the previous members into birdwatching - help them embrace a more sustainable hobby!

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