AI Is a Water Crisis Disguised as an Energy Crisis
Google consumed 10.9 billion gallons of water in 2025 β a 34% increase. But that’s just the direct cost. The indirect water footprint from power grids is roughly three times higher, and tech giants are structurally positioned to avoid reporting it. AI isn’t just an energy crisis. It’s a water crisis disguised as one, and local communities are footing the bill.