Keir Starmer's plan to establish an AI growth zone near a new reservoir raises concerns over the water supply, particularly in the water-stressed south-east.
AI datacentres can consume large volumes of water for cooling purposes, potentially exacerbating water shortages. They use around 1.8 to 12 litres of water for each kWh used.
The Environment Agency warns that England may face a shortfall of 5bn litres of water a day by 2050, affecting both public and business consumption.
Without stringent measures, the establishment of new AI datacentres threatens to undo progress made by businesses in reducing water consumption, undermining sustainability goals.
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