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U.S. data centers consume an estimated 450 million to over 579 million gallons of water per day. A single large data center can use up to 5 million gallons daily, with total sector usage projected to rise steeply due to AI demands. These facilities, often using evaporated water for cooling, are significant local water consumers. https://www.construction-physics.com/p/i-was-wrong-about-data-center-water