UN Report Says AI Data Centres Could Use More Water Than 1.3 Billion People by 2030

A United Nations report highlights the growing water demand of AI data centres. The study projects that by 2030 these facilities could consume more water than 1.3 billion people. It compares the projected usage to the total water intake of that population. The report links the surge to expanding AI workloads and larger server farms. It warns that such consumption could strain water resources in many regions. The UN calls for improved efficiency and water‑saving technologies in data centres. It recommends policy measures to monitor and regulate water use in the sector. The findings aim to inform governments and industry about the environmental impact.