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Data centres are massive warehouses filled with powerful computers that store and process global internet traffic. Running them requires staggering amounts of electricity and water for cooling. As tech companies generate endless digital content and AI tools, these facilities face mounting strain to keep up with our digital appetite while managing their massive environmental footprint.
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