Data centres in 3 states expected to use 445mil litres of water daily
Malaysia's government is managing the water consumption of data centres to ensure domestic supply remains prioritized. While demand is projected to rise significantly, officials claim current usage is monitored through a strict evaluation task force.
Why it matters
Highlights the tension between the rapid growth of AI/cloud infrastructure and essential resource management.
Energy transition and water transformation minister Fadillah Yusof said the government takes a balanced approach to data centres. (Envato Elements pic)
The article balances industry growth with government regulatory concerns.
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