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Big Tech eyes Patagonia for AI data centers amid energy and climate benefits

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Big Tech companies including OpenAI, Amazon, and Google are considering Patagonia, Argentina, for large-scale AI data centers. The region offers a cool climate, abundant renewable energy sources like hydroelectric and wind power, and a potentially favorable business environment under President Javier Milei. However, challenges remain, including the need for improved fiber optic connectivity and power grid infrastructure, as well as political and indigenous community considerations. AI

IMPACT Potential for significant expansion of AI infrastructure, driven by climate and energy advantages.

RANK_REASON Major tech companies scouting locations for large-scale AI infrastructure development. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.7]

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Big Tech eyes Patagonia for AI data centers amid energy and climate benefits

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COVERAGE [1]

  1. Tom's Hardware TIER_1 English(EN) · Mark Tyson ·

    Big Tech eyes glacier-strewn Patagonia for building mega AI data centers — region offers 17,300 glaciers, coldness, and cheap energy, but fiber lines are scarce

    Patagonia, a region of Argentina with 17,300 glaciers has the potential to turn into a data center hotspot.

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