Environment · India
Activists question proposed Visakhapatnam data centres' environmental impact
Environmental groups and experts have called for an independent assessment of proposed AI data centres in Visakhapatnam, with a combined capacity of nearly 6,500 MW. During a Green Visakha meeting, speakers expressed concerns regarding water usage, power consumption, land use, job creation, and the overall environmental impact of these facilities. While supporting investment in technology, they emphasized the need for a thorough evaluation of the potential consequences.
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- Centre (1): The Free Press Journal
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