Five things to know about Amazon data centers' use of water

Amazon is defending its data center water usage amid increasing public pushback regarding AI infrastructure. The company revealed it has achieved 75% of its 2030 goal to replenish more water into local communities than it consumes. Amazon claims its facilities are seven times more water-efficient than the industry average. This disclosure comes as water use becomes a primary pressure point, with approximately 70% of Americans opposing the construction of new data centers in their areas.