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Amazon faces criticism for opaque water use at AI data centers, especially in drought-prone areas, despite claiming sustainability.
Amazon is under growing scrutiny for its water usage at data centers amid global AI expansion, with critics challenging its sustainability claims.
While the company states water use is minimal and tied to energy efficiency, it does not disclose total water consumption, citing industry norms that focus only on direct use.
Its 2022 "Water Positive" goal excludes indirect water use from electricity generation, raising concerns about transparency.
Internal documents show plans to withhold secondary water data unless compelled by regulators, though Amazon calls them outdated.
The company highlights lower water stress in locations like Virginia and Ohio but faces criticism over planned facilities in arid regions such as northern Spain, where water demands could affect agriculture.
Critics question the accuracy and completeness of Amazon’s reporting, noting a pattern of limited disclosure and strategic messaging.
Amazon enfrenta críticas por el uso de agua opaca en los centros de datos de IA, especialmente en áreas propensas a la sequía, a pesar de reclamar sostenibilidad.