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Data centers use hundreds of computers and servers to power AI technology.

Innovation vs. sustainability: AI's reliance on water

As artificial intelligence reshapes daily life, its dependence on massive volumes of water is raising environmental concerns.
September 26, 2025

AI is everywhere — powering search engines, chatbots, and digital tools — but few realize its reliance on water. Data centers, the backbone of AI, consume billions of gallons annually to stay cool, often in drought-stricken regions. With usage projected to skyrocket, industry leaders face growing pressure to balance innovation with sustainability.


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01 PM 1023 CLMN Guest Editorial Water Shortage Series
Guest Editorial | David Ratliff

Water shortages series: What happened to our water?

Part four in a series exploring water shortages and possible solutions
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David Ratliff
October 13, 2023

The increase in population and the associated trash continues to increase the need for clean water. These problems are not going to improve until we decide to work for that progress.


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Guest Editorial | Bartholomew Jae

Gen Z wants technology, and skilled trades are rising to the challenge

Lean into technology when recruiting, retaining the younger generation.
Bartholomew Jae
August 9, 2023

The current U.S. workforce is comprised of four generations: Baby Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z. But there’s one generation in particular that the skilled trades have their eyes on right now: Gen Z.


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Guest Editorial | David Ratliff

Water shortages series: Water shortage solutions

Part Three in a series exploring water shortages and possible solutions.
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David Ratliff
July 12, 2023

There is no one solution to the issue of water shortages. If the discussion is about helping people get fresh water, most will initially think of water wells as the primary solution.


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Guest Editorial | David Ratliff

Water shortages series: The water scarcity situation

Part Two in a series exploring water shortages and possible solutions.
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David Ratliff
June 9, 2023

I once had someone tell me “I don’t care where water comes from as long as it comes out of that faucet when I turn it on.”


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