AS AI GUZZLES WATER AND ENERGY, WE ARE ALREADY FACING A CHOICE: DATACENTRES OR HOMES? | JOHN HARRIS
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The UK government plans to triple the number of datacentres in the country, according to a report by The Guardian. The expansion of these facilities, which are necessary for the computing power required by big tech and artificial intelligence, is already having an impact on communities, as seen in Slough. The town's trading estate has become a hub for datacentres, with vast metal-clad buildings popping up amidst older businesses.
The growth of datacentres is significant, with The Guardian noting that these facilities require large amounts of water and energy, raising concerns about their environmental impact. In Slough, the datacentres are being built alongside residential areas, highlighting the tension between the need for technological infrastructure and the needs of local communities. The Guardian reports that the UK is already facing a drought, with temperatures reaching 28C in Slough, further emphasizing the strain on resources.
The expansion of datacentres is taking place amidst a broader climate crisis, with The Guardian reporting on the UK's drought and Europe's wildfires, underscoring the need to consider the environmental implications of technological growth. Related coverage from The Guardian highlights the deadly consequences of climate denial and the importance of addressing the crisis.
- The UK government plans to triple the number of datacentres in the country
- Datacentres require large amounts of water and energy, straining local resources
- The expansion of datacentres is taking place amidst a broader climate crisis
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