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22 June 2026
Nvidia wants to cut data center water use, but that’s not the same as fixing AI’s water problem
Why It Matters for ITAD
This industry news may have implications for IT asset disposal and recycling operations.
Nvidia announced a new cooling system that cuts water use inside the data center. But it does nothing to address AI's biggest water use — fossil fuel power plants.
Key Takeaways
- • Nvidia wants to cut data center water use, but that’s not the same as fixing AI’s water problem.
