Caucaia, Brazil, is set to host a large datacentre believed to serve TikTok as part of a $7.3 billion investment to meet growing AI demands. Its strategic location near undersea cables enhances connectivity and operational efficiency. However, the city grapples with extreme weather events, particularly droughts, leading to significant social and environmental challenges. Concerns arise over the sustainability of constructing energy and water-intensive datacentres in regions that frequently experience water shortages and natural disasters. This highlights the tension between economic development and environmental stewardship in Brazil's tech expansion.
Caucaia's selection for a major datacentre highlights the paradox of increasing tech investment in areas prone to natural disasters like droughts, raising environmental concerns.
As more tech companies eye Brazil for their infrastructure, the balance between economic opportunity and environmental sustainability is a critical conversation, especially in regions severely affected by climate change.
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