Amazon’s data centers used 2.5 billion gallons of water last year
Amazon reported that its global data centers consumed 2.5 billion gallons of water in 2025, claiming higher efficiency compared to competitors like Google and Microsoft. The disclosure follows increased scrutiny regarding the environmental impact of AI-driven data center expansion.
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As AI infrastructure grows, the environmental cost of cooling data centers has become a major point of contention for regulators and environmental advocates.
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The article presents Amazon's claims alongside the context of industry-wide environmental concerns.
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